"The contract was more in their favour so we didn't take the deal." Now I'm picturing Leon at the desk wearing a pair of glasses and twiddling his claws as he listens to Mike Judge discuss the terms of the deal. After Mike Judge is done reading the contract, Brady looks at Leon for the final say. He shakes his antennae - "NO DEAL". Maybe I'm just weird but the image of a LOBSTER at the table negotiating a contract - and having the final say - is just hilarious to me LOL
I was so scared when I first saw the title. I thought Leon died. I’m so relieved to know he’s alive and thriving. I can’t believe he’s been with you nearly a year!
@@PinkManGuy this is true i used to work in the meat department in stop and shop over 5 years ago and what i learned about that grocery store at the time with all the management was they were Cheap As hell with everything they didnt feed the lobsters they didnt even have tanks of water to put the lobsters in they left over 100 lobsters all stacked up on top of eachother in a box in the seafood freezer throughout the hours workinf there i would always go back there to check on the lobsters to see how they were doing if they were alive or dead basically they were still alive but lifeless you could literally pick them up with or without the rubber claws on there hands and they would barely move i ended up stealing a lobster for myself under my coat jacket that night and brought it home to eat basically put the poor thing out of its misery it was not great tasting at all considering its condition but its sad what they do to the lobsters at some supermarkets without proper care they are not good to eat and basically should be disposed back into the ocean although i dont even know if they would be able to adapt to the ocean life at that point beinf in that box so lifeless all that time but after quiting stop an shop tho a week latter cant account for all the other lobsters that were in that box or what happened to them to even sell them at the stage with there black dark green color was disgusting and expensive
I see I no longer need to course correct your assertion as to spiders being on “auto-pilot”. Many others have beat me to it. Life, other than human, is much more complex than most people might realize with possibilities of of greater connectivity as applied to “thinking” within the needs of their own niche as well as responses to stimuli whether it’s fear, recognition, play, etc. We do ourselves a huge injustice as well as the rest of the natural world with some terrible conceits.
@@joescaletta9665 I worked in the meat department for a couple years. I'm so glad we didn't have live shellfish. The maggots in our bone barrel are treated better than the lobsters. We don't even eat the maggots and they're treated better than our food. Let that sink in.
Leon looks so healthy & content. He is no longer bound, grayish & defeated. He is a completely different being now. Congrats on the book & even the Beavis & Butthead offer, even if it wasn't taken. I am glad you have Leon's back. Footnote: Please thank your son for letting us have a peek into his "mad lab".
I just researched lobsters from Google, and they said that a lobster from the grocery store that is between 1 - 2 lbs. is about 5-7 years old. I wanted to find out what their life expectancy is and OH MAMA it is 100 years!?!?!? Now you will have to put Leon in your will or plan on donating him to some aquarium or something, who knew. I love watching Leon and his antics. He will have a long life ahead and many stories and books I'm sure. Thank you for taking us on this journey with you. I'm going to have to order myself a shirt soon.
Lobsters have something called negligible senescence, which means they basically ignore old age. As long as no predator kills it, or it doesn't die from exhaustion while molting, it will keep getting older, and also bigger.
I had no idea lobsters were this smart. I thought they were kinda like spiders in that they just run on autopilot and actually thinking makes them stressed. But no, it's a funny looking water cat. I love how he actually recognises you as the person who feeds him.
I don't underestimate any living thing The only animals I can't quite figure out are Jelly Fish Wth are they thinking Why don't they run into each other
Back when I was a kid I had two pet Goldfish that were born brothers, Bubbles and Chunk. Chunk had a disability that prevented him from using his left fin, and whenever I would feed them, Bubbles would always push him up to the surface such that his right fin was out of the water so that he could eat all the food without any competition. When Chunk eventually died, we decided to get a bunch of smaller fish to keep him company. In less than a week he had cannibalized them in order to keep the food to himself, which I didn't even know goldfish could or would do. Most amusingly of all, I learned that if you ever shined a laser pointer into his aquarium, he would chase it like a cat, which I've never seen a Goldfish do before. He lived to be about 12 years old thanks to all his survival instincts, which also included sucking on the pebbles at the bottom of the bowl if he was ever still hungry after I had fed him, and really gave me a new perspective when thinking about just how intelligent a simple animal like a goldfish really could be.
I think Leon, has become so comfortable and secure in his surroundings, that he now is craving interaction, and placed himself in the corner of the aquarium where he can be closest to the other creatures.
As a retired teacher I must say you are doing a fantastic job of educating the public about Leon the lobster in such a way that you leave all ages enthralled by your enthusiastic, engaging method of communicating. Your way of presenting the facts about Leon is interwoven with whimsical, gently humorous views and your obviously care for him and treat him royally! You make this lobster 'come alive' for both children, teens and adults and help us to experience this lobster as a unique, personable, and fascinating creature. This reminds me of when Jane Goodall first introduced the world to chimpanzees! You clearly show such deep curiosity, appreciation and interest in Leon and are highly observant of him. This compels those of us who watch your videos to also carefully notice his behaviors in a fun, engaging manner that we never would have done otherwise! You are furthering a whole slew of budding potential scientists! Thank you! It is wonderful to watch you both studying him as well as learning directly from him about his ways and you are captivating audiences around the world by sharing this. BRAVO! In this video, I noticed Leon repeatedly 'grooming' his little 'antennas' near his mouth. So, being a curious person I simply HAD to learn more about these and here is what I found out: Those little antenna are called antennules! Cute huh! He IS mechanically 'grooming' himself as I thought by stroking these antennules over and over. He's also kind of 'oiling' these antennules with secretions to keep them clean, and keenly functional! He uses these antennules not just for smelling stuff but for a variety of sensory motor functions. I don't know his Genus or Species but depending on this he may be using them to sense movements in the water, to sense vibrations, for touch, to discern water flow., to notice his own movements and possibly also to be checking for temperature, oxygen, pH, salinity, and noxious stimuli! Antennules are very complex! How cool is THAT! To learn more go to: (www.journals.uchicago.edu/doi/full/10.1086/713537)
Fascinating! Thank you for sharing your research! I am hoping that Brady’s work in educating us while entertaining us will not only lead to more budding scientists, but will also persuade adults not to catch, torment, or eat these fascinating creatures.
@@birbluv9595 I mean I am still going eat them. But I would consider keeping one as well. I know it's a strange dichotomy but I have kept chickens before so I am used to it. Before this channel though I didn't they intelligent. I kinda assumed they ran more on instinct. But Leon definitely makes decisions and knows alot about his environment.
Leon is such a bachelor. Leaving dishes all over and leftovers not put away. It’s like having a party and finding that last piece of pizza you forgot to eat. Leon RULES!!!
In October of 2021 I was in hospice, I thought I was going to die. On the 22nd I learned about a potentially lifesaving treatment and was transferred to an acute rehabilitation unit. I remember lying in that uncomfortable bed, watching your first video about Leon, feeling so connected with this lobster who had been given a second chance at life. Thank you for sharing this beautiful story, thank you for saving Leon. You both bring so much joy to people who need it! Edit: Oh my goodness, thank you for all of the kind responses! It means so much to me!
That's amazing news i hope that if you have not you will repent of your sins and believe the gospel of Jesus Christ and be born again, the only way to salvation and eternal life.
I was randomly recommended your first Leon video and now I'm really invested in his journey. He is so cute and lively. Love to see him developing his true self and just living his best life.
barnes and noble is still in business??? well the way the world is going its gunna be like Borders with a Chap. 11 bankruptcy.. unless they revamp their business model
307 days without lobster for dinner! After watching Leon that first day I swore off my favorite dish of bar-b-cue lobster…… I love my coffee mug with a picture of Leon. It reminds me of how precious life really is! Peace ✌️
I have MS and love Leon's story. I love aquatic animals. I have 9 freshwater aquariums. Being homebound due to MS , my aquariums make me happy. It is difficult going from riding my Harley and driving a muscle car to needing a wheelchair. You are an inspiration saving Leon from the grocery store. I have often wondered if that was possible. Leon is a tough little lobster and did not give up. I just found your videos yesterday. So glad that I did. Keep showing the life of Leon. Thank you.
@@karinegaudet5055 I completely understand. Going from independent to dependent is a hard thing to take. We have to keep trying and never give up, even when we sure do feel like giving up. Stay strong.
Brady, it’s wonderful and I am relieved that you have your son involved in sea life also. If Leon lives 100 years, he should always have family ready to provide the same care you give him.
I’m so proud of you for writing the Leon the lobster book. I think it could be a GREAT Book for kids about adoption, survival, growth, a helping friend and how we can shed our old scars and become new better stronger people and crustaceans.
@@pieternoordenbos I doubt that would happen and he wouldn’t survive. He’d have to know exactly where Leon was taken from and acclimate him to the sea water and temperature.
@@pieternoordenbos A few peeps asked this Q after the first vid and Brady told us Leon will have to stay put. It's too complicated to release him at the right depth and he could end up being caught again. At least he's safe where he is and is stimulated...
All the time I've ever lived by the ocean. Worked in a fish market in high school. Had many lobster meals. Never have I ever watched them interact or see their behaviors. Really quite special. Probably won't eat lobster anymore thanks Leon.
I went to Red Lobster with friends today and all I could think of was Leon! It actually sickened me to see the Lobsterfest menu. I think my lobster days are over, also.
This is silly. People need to realize and accept the meat they eat was once an animal. I fed a calf milk and I later ate its meat. It's good for anyone to do this, so that when you're occasionally confronted with something like this - someone keeping a food animal as a pet - you don't suffer cognitive dissonance. Every animal you eat can be cute and clever and quirky. It's still food, and you should still eat it.
I thought that too, but while I was waiting, I thought he was one lucky guy for almost a year🥰 glad to know he's fine and still happy, whatever that means to a lobster!
I’ve also noticed how more and more increasing comfortable Leon seems when in your care. He’s no longer the motionless creature curled up in the corner like he was in the grocery store. He’s clearly no longer depressed and is starting to act like a normal lobster once again as he did in the wild! You’ve done an amazing job taking care of him despite having no knowledge about how to take care of a lobster when diving into this. Well done man!
@@watchhobbywithdannythemedic Lobsters, like most animals, have their own sets of instincts and behaviors that are present across all of the species. Nearly all lobsters live and behave similarly and have the same general characteristics, lifestyle and instincts when in the wild. We know how Leon behaved in the wild, because we know how all lobsters behave when we observe them in their natural habit. These are innate characteristics and instincts that all lobsters are born with, and will resort to when left to their own devices in a normal habitat setting. Lobsters are not farm raised like some other kinds of seafood, and they are always caught in the wild, so that is where Leon started out before he was caught and ended up in a grocery store. When Brady bought him from the grocery store, he then placed Leon in a habitat closely aligned with what Leon’s natural habitat would be like. Through the progression of the videos, we have been able to observe Leon transform in both appearance, physicality and behavior, and all of those things have gradually resulted in him now behaving like a normal lobster would in their natural habitat. Hence, Leon is now once again back to behaving like he once did in the wild before being caught by humans.
@@watchhobbywithdannythemedic do you not understand how animals work lol lobsters have something called instinct, (which he even mentions in this video!) and that means its in their nature to do what they do. not all animals will have the same set of instincts, but in this case, lobsters are animals who share instinct. thats why leon got threatened at the sight of his own reflection because it was his instinct to act that way, thinking that it could be an uninvited guest. since he is in a home similar to the one he would be in if he were in the wild, he has the instinct to live the way he does, so he wouldve lived the same way he does now.
10 years ago I worked in a fine restaurant. It was a small place, but very expensive. We only had 7 tables, and the captain's table, which was the only table in the place for 12 people. We had an Aquarium the size of a wall. In fact, it was a wall. Since it divided the living room from the kitchen. In it we had practically everything, lobsters, crabs, clams, even oysters and some fish. During my last summer there, the owners decided that maintaining the aquarium was too expensive. So after some debate, there was a long discussion between the owner and his daughter, who defended that the aquarium was part of the restaurant's brand, and the owner who said that the bills were just too expensive. In the end , they ended up removing it, they sold part of the animals to other restaurants, and left only a few that we kept in a much smaller fish tank in front of the restaurant with the "catch of the day" sign. It was more like a box with some stones and shellfish in a decorative theme. One day, the executive chef, who was an underwater fishing enthusiast, showed up with a lobster the size of a cat. I´m not jking , it was the biggest lobster I've ever seen in my life, neither in documentaries nor on the internet had I seen one of that size. It was incredible. At first I was impressed, cuz I though that it was gonna be an easy sell... but as the days went by I began to feel really bad for the poor animal. Although we offered it every night, nobody agreed to pay what they were asking for, 60 Euros for 100 grams, and the animal weighed more than 5 kg. The problem was that in the last months we only had couples and small groups, and none was interested in that huge amount of "food". They kept him for months in that box, without feeding him. Every night they put in the the fridge with a wet towel at his back. And every morning they put him outside in the fish tank under the constant sunlight. During his last days the animal barely moved, but he was still alive. In the end they ended up selling it to a (sry for the expression) a very fat couple. Although, I thought "finally". The worst was yet to happen... I will never forget that night. The cooks stuck a chop knife in its back, the animal that had been dying for months began to move and try to walk on the table while the cooks took selfies and laughed at the movements that the lobster made. that macabre show lasted at least 15 minutes. While some of the waiters entered the kitchen to see what was happening, some left scared and others just laughed along with the cooks. Finally, they cut it open in half, while it was still moving, and put it on the grill. I started to feel dizzy and almost throw up. In the end, I told my boss that I wasn't feeling well, I called a taxi and went home and never went back to that place. After a few weeks, since they had brought it. I had felt the urge to dump it in the bay, even if it cost me my job. but I never did. And looking back, I really dunno why. When I saw this video, and I saw that someone had set up an aquarium to save a lobster. I remembered everything, such a bad memory. I think that if I had been more mature back then, or maybe if I didn´t care that much about money as today, I would probably have done something more to save that poor animal. I applaud what you have done and I wish Leon a long and happy lobster life.
Someday when I have a little more money, theres a tank of lobsters in a grocery store or a restaurant who are going to be given a stay of execution. I'll get them all out. And if I can, I'll try to rehabilitate them so they have a better chance of surviving in the wild. Your comment inspired me to do that so you can think of it as a redemption.
@@jond4324 This guy doing these videos is obviously very knowledgeable, skilled and meticulous. If you do have plans like that please make sure you do your research.
He looks like he is entirely in a different color than how he was bought. He looks more vibrant, he turned from grey and dark grey to this quite nice looking brown, for a sea creature. And his claws have a nice contrast of dark/black with gradient pink to orange, and the red on the inside. His bottom legs are still gray-ish though, but that's just how it is, I suppose.
There's a video of him molting. He looked a lot better afterwards. His claw still has the discoloration where it was banded if you look carefully. I think it's still Leon
I think of all the lobster being sold in groceries at market price and then I think of Leon, showing the world how valuable a lobster can really be if you treat them as a member of the family and not a meal. He is beautiful, and quite literally the luckiest lobster to have been snatched from the ocean.
@@AlbertaRose94 my scuba instructor refused to eat lobster. When I dove in Mexico, I saw lobsters hanging out in little family groups stacking themselves in pyramids like cheerleaders and travelling in lines line ants.
Occasionally, I will see a story about Red Lobster Restaurants notifying Marine Biologists about rare colored Lobsters. In the last year, I've seen a blue one, and two orange ones saved from the dinner table. I refuse to eat lobster. Had one 32 years ago, and I wasn't thrilled with the experience. To kill such a fascinating sea creature for it's tail and claws is just cruel and wasteful. I love following Leon's progress and look forward to each new video. My favorite lobster is the Ornate Spiny Lobster. Every color of the rainbow on them!
I think this will be an awesome book that many people will love. It's a feel good story that a lot of people have thought about doing and probably have released their lobster's in the wrong ocean. It amazes me how far Leon has traveled and you saved his Life. You sir, are the Hero of this story.
Leon inspired me to get a blue crawfish I saw at at chain petsmart one day 😭 his name is Louis and I love him so much, he’s so small but has such a distinct personality. I own a lot of reptiles but have never had an aquatic pet other than like fair goldfish, so I love sitting and watching Louis interact with his surroundings ☺️
So very sweet. I used to feed my crayfish with chopsticks. He learned very quickly to beg with his arms up like a little kid when I was nearby. Especially if I had the chopsticks.
@@pamosborn1956 It really was. I learned a lot by watching him. My crayfish, Sebastian. And his best friend, Fish Buddy. They were the first tiny animals who I realized had thoughts and feelings. Even friendships. Who were very aware of their world.
When I first saw the notification just saying "News About Leon" my stomach flipped. I was so afraid it would be bad news. So being the coward I am, I read some comments before watching the video. So happy he's doing good. Imagine how many of us have become emotionally attached to Leon. If the book does get published I will definitely get one, even though it's a children's book and I don't have any young kids.
I did the same Toni. Saw the title, stomach sank, read comments before watching. If it was bad news I wanted to be prepared. Thank goodness all is well.
Wow, he's a changed lobster for sure!! I remember watching that first video and being so deeply touched by Leon's rescue. Glad to see these updates, it's so sweet to see him active and happy.
As someone who was forced to move back in with their parents because I'm having trouble finding a new place to live, I've been depression binging youtube lately. I stumbled on Leon, and it means so much to me to get to see him healthy and happy. Helps bring back some hope that I'll be able to find my own place again someday. Thank you. ♥
@@arcticdream4905 Moved out with help at 27. Returned after a year, depressed to the point of suicide. Left the country a few years after that, and aside short stints of living with roomies, mostly have lived on my own, away from my country and family, supporting myself. Living with parents sucks.
I been enjoying these videos since day one! I've shared this beautiful story with ANYONE AND EVERYONE who will listen. The comments sum it up well. Wholesome, inspiring, genuine, beautiful, educational and in every way amazing. I will be getting a shirt and continuing to spread the word and support the channel. Bye Brady, Love you Leon!
the part where he was mad at you and even returned the food you gave him made me laugh. he’s so snappy. i like that he’s being more expressive and showing attitude like that compared to when he was first taken in, he had no will at all. we love a character development lobster diva
Yeah he seemed perturbed at the brushing against his face feeler things. I imagine it's like poking someone in the eye or sticking your finger up their nose.
I think its because he has leon's antennae in the middle of the little grabby thing. When lobsters fight thats the first thing they have to worry about since its so delicate, so it must have something to do with that.
@@astick5249 I was going to say the same about Brady getting Leon's antennae in the grabber thing. I don't remember him ever doing that before, so maybe Leon thought that WAS taking it too far.
I like to think that Leon moving to an uncovered part of the aquarium means he now feels completely at home, safe and secure in his environment. I’m probably anthropomorphizing him, but who knows, it could be true! And I’m certain his anxiety is much lower than his grocery days. He looks so happy and healthy, it’s awesome to see, well done! And thank you for the updates, I love to see him thriving!🥰
I agree. I know we give animals too much human thoughts. But I also believe we don’t give animals enough credit as to what’s goin on. I’m sure he knows a bit of what’s happening but he is still a lobster and is going to act like one. 🥰
*Keeping a Grocery Store Lobster as a Pet* Interesting! I’ll check this out… Four episodes of Leon later and I was hooked. Thank you for sharing Leon’s journey with us!
I was the same haha, I watched the first video on my phone, but was so interested that I ended up getting them up on my TV, and spent about 3 hours watching all the updates 😂 I was absolutely hooked
It's so nice seeing an act of kindness affect so many people worldwide. It's wonderful to see a good action being popular. The world needs more kindness.
I am absolutely impressed. Leon looked dingy and broken and now he is very vibrant. So encouraging in these dark times. I love your commentary and the music. You do a great job. Thank you.
Brady I think you can try jousting in the middle of the tank. If Leon engages in the open I think it's a better sign he's feeling comfortable. If you're sparring while he's backing into a corner it may be more of a fear response.
Leon's story is just remarkable. He was supposed to die so a human could eat him, but instead he got adopted by a human and is living his best life. So heartwarming 🥰
I love that the Leon videos include such interesting and unexpected scenes of nature - like the jellyfish warehouse tour and the box turtles in the woods! As a nature enthusiast it's really delightful, when I tune in to Leon's life I get a wider view of the beautiful world around him too.
Wow. Just... _WOW._ I found my way to this 3rd Leon installment from his rescue from the grocery store and I just want to say thank you. It's hard for human beings to understand animals sometimes, but "even" this lobster has great affection and gratitude for you. It's very clear from your evolving relationship. When you took the bands off and were testing his claws daily... he knew exactly what was up and enjoyed his therapy. Videos like your's help people to see and experience a small glimpse of the great work you and those like you do. It helps them see that all living creatures deserve love, compassion and respect. _THANK YOU_ ❤
I’d love to see you talk to a lobster expert or something if you can at a local aquarium to help explain some behaviour or just shine some more light on how lobsters work. Absolutely love the series and the update! It’s a joy to watch, thank you 🙏
He so different looking from the first video where he was “rescued” … he’s almost … dare I say … GORGEOUS now!! Like a completely different lobster! And yes the big ol’ circular tanks at Food World and Gregorsin’s as a child used to captivate me and make me so sad. 🥺🥺🥺 I think, for a lot of us, it was our first glimpse of mortality. I know that sounds a bit silly but it’s true. I think he’s amazing and almost makes me want to rethink lobster from my now adult diet haha
Oh god, when I got the notification "News about Leon" my stomach sank, I can't believe how devastated I was about the prospect that he might have passed away! Amazing how invested I've become in a crustacean who lives on the other side of the world. I'm so glad it was good news after all, congrats Leo, you're a real celebrity! Great to see him again :)
I'm glad I wasn't the only one, who got a spook from that title. I'm always glad to see Leon pop up on my frontpage these days. Seeing him thrive and express his little crustacean personality so vibrantly compared to when you first brought him in always puts a smile on my face. He seems comfortable - as long as you don't try to pincer his most sensitive parts, that is. Which, honestly, is fair. Your son's aquariums are incredible! Jellyfish fans really do know their stuff. I'd be impressed seeing any of that in a public aquarium.
Yea, probably grabbing his pinchers would be like grabbing a man by his jewels! 😆 Most .en would get pretty defensive and start judging your friendship 😆😂🤷
Leon is a very handsome lobster. Ever since I was little going to the grocery store with my mother, I wanted to rescue the lobsters. They always look so sad. My son has salt water tanks and knows a lot about them and he said if I want to do it he would help me :)
You would have to be okay with a _MANY_ decades long commitment (quite possibly the rest of your life!), investment in an expensive large tank (and room in your home for it with no plans of moving to a place that wouldn’t have enough room for such a large tank, or moving out of the country, etc), and obviously constant upkeep/tank cleaning, buying nice fresh food for it every week, and perhaps even supplying some intellectual stimulation or companionship for it somehow, if necessary. I know that most bird/parrot owners quickly regret taking on such a long commitment because they don’t fully grasp how much goes into it, and will sadly give their bird away to a rescue or interested party within the first few years when they are over the amount of time and effort that is require for their companion to be happy and healthy and well cared for - they simply become inconvenient. But the birds always suffer immensely being handed off to new owners because they become very depressed/anxious from such a drastic change, often resorting to self-harm by neurotically plucking out their feathers. 😢 They are very intelligent and emotional beings, and sadly so many owners will neglect these birds, making things even worse. The typical parrot goes through _MANY_ owners in its lifetime because of how long they live, so it is especially selfish and egregious for an older person to get a young parrot or pet that is destined to live for many decades. Lobsters obviously don’t require the amount of affection and time being spent with them that birds require, but if they are well taken care of, they too will indeed live for decades. They will require you to be decently young/live long enough for that super long commitment, so that they hopefully won’t go through any more than one other owner besides you - as well as you knowing that you will always have room for their large tank and will be fit enough to maintain it routinely for a long time, etc.. And considering that there is no such thing as lobster rescues, I’m guessing that it if it wasn’t a dear friend or family member that happily took in your lobster, it is sadly likely someone would lie to you or the lobster’s next owner about their intentions, choosing to eat the poor thing if it needed to be re-homed because it outlived you, or you needed to move to a smaller place/a place that wouldn’t allow large aquatic tanks/out of the country/etc.. I absolutely hope that more people rescue lobsters, but those that do need to first be sure to thoroughly think it through, and not take the serious commitment on in an impulse. I love that your son is willing to help you! I would hope that the plan would also include his promise to you that he will take the lobster on as his personal pet life-long commitment if you die before the lobster dies, which is very likely when you read about how incredibly long they can live in captivity (or he’ll take in the lobster earlier if you become unable to properly care for it due to health problems from older age, etc).. My intent is to not discourage you from such a noble choice to rescue such an incredible creature - one that obviously doesn’t deserve any of the suffering torment/torture and early death they are all being put through. My only intent is to remind you to thoroughly inform yourself before you go through with it. I got my parrot when I was only 16, for my birthday, whilst not really understanding what a huge commitment I was taking on at the time. *COUNTLESS* sacrifices have been made in my life because of my serious commitment to him. My older brother, on the other hand, grossly got and re-homed 3 parrots within the span of 5 years or so, just because he didn’t take the commitment seriously and they became “inconvenient” (even worse, he was not their first owner either!). I can’t fathom the amount of emotional and probably even physical pain those parrots have gone through in their lives just because they were handed off from owner to owner (if they are even still alive that is, because so many “accidents” happen with bad/ignorant/neglectful caretaking, causing very early deaths). It breaks my heart just thinking about it. Sorry for such a long post, and sorry if this was too depressing and ending it on such a sad note! Forgive me, and take care. :)
@@anti-ethniccleansing465 Thank you for such a compassionate, well written, accurate explanation of what a long term commitment to a parrot (and a lobster) entails. I have a macaw, and have taken in several older birds, whose circumstances changed, and was there for them when they crossed the rainbow bridge.
So happy to see and hear about Leon! I've been wondering about how he's doing. I Just googled how long lobsters live and I had no idea some can live up to 100! I'm looking forward to more videos and updates!
@@Jolene1719 not just freedom, although I totally agree that’s a major theme in the end. It’s also about multi species cooperation and old fashioned kindness from one life form to another.
@@Jolene1719 I’m sure the lobster who’s been hand fed in an aquarium for the last year+ would transition wonderfully back into nature virtually problem free!! FREEEEEEEEEEEDOM FOR LEON!!!!
Wow thank you for another update on Leon and also for showing us your sons beautiful collection of Jellyfish! I showed this to my whole family. How breathtaking! ❤️🦞
@@Bradybrandwood Did you think about getting him a tank mate? Even if it is one of them cleaning fish? Or maybe a female lobster? New to the channel just found it this morning...
@@orbponderer7 Oh ok.. Never had a lobster before, so this is first time I really though about them in a tank.. Thank you for responding and letting me know. :D
HI Leon and Brady! Your channel was “suggested” to and I watched a couple videos today, what a delight this afternoon in raining New York City! Thank you. Count on seeing some Leon merchandise in New York, I am getting myself and my kids some’…. God bless you, light the positivity! “new fan mama”
Hey Brady, i wanna let u know this is the most consistent relationship i have with someone :) Thx for these vids, im kidding ofc but its very nice to see this pop up on youtube once a while
if I could own a lobster I'd have one too in general I'm into every animal so videos of unusual pets or rescue just get my attention xD , Leon is one of many good boys seeing videos of them get uploaded makes me feel like a grandpa who just got visited by the grandkids xD
This is extraordinary!!! Did you say the Jellyfish Warehouse is you son's?? Your life is like a sanctuary for marine life!! I declare myself a lifelong fan from right now! 💕
Seeing his personality unfolding is so satisfying and at the same time really makes people think of the things these beings have to go through. Maybe it’ll change some minds… and they’ll think twice before eating lobster next time..bless you and Leon! 🦞
Watching you and Leon interact , including the kitties. The way you narrate and make us feel welcome in your home makes this one of my favorite go to - feel good videos. Thanks !
@@Bradybrandwood I'm not sure if you are comfortable with the moniker " Hero " but you really are for saving Leon 👍🏼😉 In a weird way I'm sure Leon feels that also ....
Just watched the first video, jumped to this one right after... glad to see Leon is doing good. God Bless you and him and may his days be filled with joy.
I won't lie, I never thought I'd be so invested in the life of one special lobster. And I am so glad to have found this channel, keep up the great work and I'm wishing you both all the best going forward. 👍
I want to buy the book to pass down to my children just so they know the story, hopefully publishers pick this up soon. My children are at the age where they will be mildly interested in a story like this for 10 seconds but may appreciate it when they grow up and have a family of their own. They can be part of this small inspiring story with significant meaning in this giant world. I've been watching since Day 1 and what a wonderful story to pass down in one form or another.
So long as you keep caring for him, Leon has a good chance to outlive you. Lobsters get bigger and bigger but they also just kind of stop aging, senessence just sort of doesnt happen for them. They stay vital and in their prime right up to death, and they can live 35-45 years in the wild.
This is so incredibly beautiful but sad at the same time. I can't help but think of all those Leons who weren't as fortunate. Leon's colors are just magnificent! and today is International Cat Day! ❤🦞🐱
I thought about that also. After getting such upfront interaction with Leon, it's become personal, The heart starts to attach, to care, ❤️ Then my thoughts shift to those who weren't so fortunate , I'm glad to have never eaten lobster ,and honestly I'm sure I never will now .
I love the taste of lobster but could never eat it or crab either after following Leon’s journey. I bet very few of Leon’s subscribers could bear to eat one of his brothers or sisters again 🦞💕
It does suck to think about it....I try to think about it this way....after Leon, I will no longer eat lobster....so for everyone of "us", we are making a difference in our own way.
My cousins are commercial lobster fisherman from Nova Scotia Canada. I’ve been on many fishing voyages with them over the years and I’ve never thought of keeping a lobster as a pet until I watched your videos on Leon. For Christmas I think I’m purchasing myself a 100 gallon aquarium.
Wow I am actually moved by watching this guy. I had no idea lobsters were such inquisitive animals with so much personality. And good on you for taking such great care of him, he has colored up so beautifully.
I accidentally came upon Leon’s video thanks to RU-vid algorithm but m so glad coz like so many people in the comment section we feel a connect with Leon ♥️
The state Leon was in when you rescued him from the grocery store to now is amazing! I know it's been a long process, but wow. Those claws! I always jump when I see a new Leon video is available.
Think about this in reverse, the $40 lobsters in the stores are sickly, poorly fed, and neglected junk lobsters... Leon proves this. I'm never buying one for food ever.
@@drozdr61 I stopped eating lobsters years ago..I won't even go to a fish Restaurant, because they usually have the Lobsters on display in a tank. The thought of boiling an animal alive is horrible.
@@drozdr61 The last time I ate lobster was about ten years ago when I was in Maine. I have not had it since. I don't think I will ever eat one again thanks to Leon!
I cannot express how calming the jellyfish segment is. I have anxiety so I rethink situations a lot, then all of the sudden I didn't care anymore. I probably should watch more videos like that. And it was nice seeing Leon on my recommendations again. It's been lovely following his story and watching his personality flourish more. The part where he was mad and threw the food out made me laugh.
