Did you notice that big heart piece of shell on the front of the plastern (bottom shell)? Its much smaller on the females. Because the males use it to joust and flip the competition over. If they're stuck long enough upside down in the sun they could die. Sometimes a nearby buddy will help flip them back over. 🐢💚
@@forgetfuldullahan5468 big-men maybe? They grow to 200 lbs and live 100 years needing a half acre each. The sanctuary's taking them have been begging 20 years to banish their sale since people don't realize their huge needs and end up dumping them. What would you call them?
My boy absolutely LOVES Ike - he even named his stuffed turtle Ike. We have watched and rewatched all your videos because he won’t let me go a day without watching Ike.
I recently came across your channel and it really brightens my day! You seem to sincerely care about these tortoises :) Have you thought of doing a Q&A video about yourself and how/why you got stated raising turtles? I think it would be great
They act like they're starving and I know you take good care of them you have no idea how much pleasure I get out of watching you take care of your turtles thank you so much for the good videos
You are such a kind-hearted Man!!! Hi beautiful Tillman🖤🐾, hail King Ike!!👑🐢 Hello to ALL your beautiful Tortoises(great names!!) Thank you for rescuing the Tortoises & all the nutritious foods you feed them🥬🍌🎃 THANK YOU Kind Sir!!!🥰
@@TheTortoiseWhisperer You deserve the praise. Very few of us could or would make room in our lives for these interesting dinosaurs. Thanks for doing it so well.
They really know the layout and routine. It’s great to see them able to wander over a large exterior yard and sample wild plants. Then home to the Tortoise Garage and more Ike action.
I saw some tortoises when I was in the Galápagos a few years ago. They are so much fun to watch! And the way they eat is too adorable ❤ Glad I came across your channel so I can watch them eat again.
I love how you care for your tortoises soo much and they love you back. You can see how much they love you when they rest their cute faces in your hands. Ike is my favourite. Xx
I have a question; why don't you buy imperfect or waste vegetables and fruit. It still has all of the nutrients the torts need but at a better commercial or free price? I used to feed goats and chickens imperfect or left over fruits and veg for a much better (and sometimes free) price. They got lots more of the very favorites that I did have to buy retail, like berries and seasonal fruit. I enjoy your videos because I am starting to see individual behavior traits in the torts you always introduce. Did Ike try to bite the back of Gertie's shell when he couldn't get past the rocker horse to the lettuce? He IS the dominant tort!! I think the big torts are bottomless pits for ALL food all the time. After watching Ike and his harem, I understand how in the wild a male has a territory with a group of females and he defends it to the best of his ability. Do you compost the tort droppings? As vegetarians that would be some good soil enhancer for gardens or house plants. Almost as good as worm castings/better than cow.
“You’ve got to be kidding me” -Woody Yes. I’m talking about that scene where he’s getting chased by Sid’s dog. But yeah. Your dog seems like he loves his Woody.
Great video buddy I love watching you take care of those turtles my ex girlfriend had one and she would tape a balloon to his back in the backyard because the grass was tall so she could keep up with him and he just loved to explore and eat all the greens you're a great man
I love your channel. They are such incredible creatures! My question is what happens to all the babies once they get bigger? Do you sell them? Do they go to -Zoo’s? Just curious since I Don’t know anyone who has a pet tortoise
I try to keep as many babies as I can but unfortunately I'm just not able to keep every single one with the amount that they do have. So after I make sure they're 100% healthy and ready, I do let some go to new and good homes. But all the babies that are in this video will grow up here 😁🐢
@@TheTortoiseWhisperer when are you going to open your house to tours? maybe on weekends and limited visits/number of people. you can earn money to keep it going and people would love to meet all the guys in person and some head rubs too 🥰
saw a short about 20 min ago and i think i'm developing a small obsession- i popt over 2 the actual channel and am now on my second "full feature"... that short is a fine teaser! new sub- and i can't wait to share w/ my 11yo niece- she's gonna do flips, man! how neat- so glad to have found ya! u r certainly an awesome steward of this earth, sir > thank you
Hey my grandparents live in Phoenix, Arizona during the Canadian winter months, if you ever need help washing and feeding tortoises, let us know, I'm certain there's more people like me who want to help feed these beautiful guys and gals!
Ike day is 45% eating, 45% mating, 10% whipping other males who try to mates shell. Ike is truly living a blessed life
Did you notice that big heart piece of shell on the front of the plastern (bottom shell)? Its much smaller on the females. Because the males use it to joust and flip the competition over. If they're stuck long enough upside down in the sun they could die. Sometimes a nearby buddy will help flip them back over. 🐢💚
@@WillieWeed is that still considered a wing-men, or these considered shell-men?
@@forgetfuldullahan5468 big-men maybe? They grow to 200 lbs and live 100 years needing a half acre each. The sanctuary's taking them have been begging 20 years to banish their sale since people don't realize their huge needs and end up dumping them. What would you call them?
@@forgetfuldullahan5468 willie didnt get it HAHA
444th 👍
Bro. Ike never stops 🤣
Stops what?
@@dheemz what dos that meen?
What dos still spends his days up b. On ladees mean
@@TNT12 are you supposed to be on UA-cam kids?
@@WillieWeed I think you have a point , seems like he is a kid !! I will try to delete my post here then to keep it clean for kids
My boy absolutely LOVES Ike - he even named his stuffed turtle Ike. We have watched and rewatched all your videos because he won’t let me go a day without watching Ike.
The son of a man who loves animals very much Heimel ❤😊
Ike is iconic
Daily routine is about 40% eating and 60% WOW
Lol I hope Ike gets some sleep.
My friend ike here loves to wow every day. Damia is his main squeeze but he's really a dog wowing any new chick that waddles into the tortoise inn.
😂
I know 😏 lol, Ike is just a super freak
Sounds about right to me.
This is the sort of long-form tortoise content I crave!
Long form? This video is under 8 minutes long
Ike gets more action with the women than any breathing animal on earth😂😂
How do you know their names there’s so much of them
@@KINGSTONHOLMES-k7ihe’s the one with the go pro camera on throughout the video you hear the guy saying his name
@@KINGSTONHOLMES-k7i Ike's the one thats always fuckin
IKE IS SUCH A STUD MUFFIN 😆 🤣 😂
IKE is never gonna miss a chance to WOW 🤣🤣🤣... IKE IS EVERYONE'S HERO 🐢
Ike always trying to get busy 😂
tortoises are my favourite animals, your channel is a blessing!
Yup 👍
If Ike ain't getting no action he sure as hell ain't gona watch someone else get some🤣
Turtle or a turtle🐢 baby turtle mama turtle
baby turtle baby turtle
Action
Minecraft fun turtle, UA-cam, baby turtle sweet class
Birthday that mum wanted to daddy, turtle baby turtle or son😊
I like how the dog is literally stealing every shot it’s in
Love the care and attention they all get, so fun to watch their shenanigans!!
The “Hey Buddy!” Is the most exotic thing ever 😂
Sounding like an lawnmower engine all day explains Ike's appitite lol
Lawnmower who doesn't wanna to start xD
Ike just never misses a chance😂
Considering how long tortoise live, Ike would still be banging while most of the current viewers of this channel would be history.
That's f..king gold😂😂
Omg. So true
The wassup buddy and Tilman always puts a smile on my face.
I love how your pup is so equally happy to be there 🥰
Ike... Goes into a dark room...WOW! WOW! WOW! 😂😂😂
I recently came across your channel and it really brightens my day! You seem to sincerely care about these tortoises :) Have you thought of doing a Q&A video about yourself and how/why you got stated raising turtles? I think it would be great
*tortoises
I like how at the end All the other tortoises are trying to go to sleep and Ike is just going to town middle fingers in the air lol
Nice, a long video. Cuteness overload... I am ready for it 😍 Ike being Ike and doing his thing, I love the camera on his back. More footage please
The sound of their chomps crushing those fruits & veggies is incredible 😮
I wish I lived in a climate that would allow me to keep sulcatas outdoors. Awesome group you have!
Thank you so much Tom!! They are amazing.. My backyard is their backyard lol
Yeah I also wish I could keep my own.
looks like a lot of work maintaining them all
Tillman carrying Woody might be my favorite thing. 😄
Ike just keeps hitting that 😂
They act like they're starving and I know you take good care of them you have no idea how much pleasure I get out of watching you take care of your turtles thank you so much for the good videos
Oh my goodness look at him pick out on that bumpin you have such great videos buddy thank you so much merry Christmas to you and your turtles
You are such a kind-hearted Man!!! Hi beautiful Tillman🖤🐾, hail King Ike!!👑🐢 Hello to ALL your beautiful Tortoises(great names!!) Thank you for rescuing the Tortoises & all the nutritious foods you feed them🥬🍌🎃 THANK YOU Kind Sir!!!🥰
Thank you so much for the kind words! 🐢💚
@@TheTortoiseWhisperer Thank You!! If everyone were like you, this world would be so much nicer🥰
@@TheTortoiseWhisperer You deserve the praise. Very few of us could or would make room in our lives for these interesting dinosaurs. Thanks for doing it so well.
@@348Tobico Very well said, I agree 110%!!👍🤗🐢💕
@@TheTortoiseWhispererknow if there are a lot to be there or are going back there or do we want us here or not so we’re going out there for dinner 🍲
Ike getting more action than me
Are you referring to food
@@TNT12 sure ya. . .
What the hell that's true, he's on that all day
I think Ike's getting more action than all of us combined!! Lmao.🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@jmtimmons you gis dont get fod?
Been awhile but worth the wait so good I watched it over and over. Ike sure does get it in!!! Thank you
They really know the layout and routine. It’s great to see them able to wander over a large exterior yard and sample wild plants. Then home to the Tortoise Garage and more Ike action.
the voice of saying HEY BUDDY i adored very much heyyyyyy budddyyy aw so very sweet
I love how they eyeball the food, then take a big bite and try to swallow it while.
Love the doggo always running around with his pal Woody 😊
I saw some tortoises when I was in the Galápagos a few years ago. They are so much fun to watch! And the way they eat is too adorable ❤ Glad I came across your channel so I can watch them eat again.
i'll have to use your signature catchphrase lmao, "HEY BUDDEY"
Love the channel!
Let's put the GoPro on Ike whilst he films an "Adult tortoise movie"😳
😅😂
I love how you care for your tortoises soo much and they love you back. You can see how much they love you when they rest their cute faces in your hands. Ike is my favourite. Xx
These tortoises eat way healthier than I do...
I have a question; why don't you buy imperfect or waste vegetables and fruit. It still has all of the nutrients the torts need but at a better commercial or free price? I used to feed goats and chickens imperfect or left over fruits and veg for a much better (and sometimes free) price. They got lots more of the very favorites that I did have to buy retail, like berries and seasonal fruit. I enjoy your videos because I am starting to see individual behavior traits in the torts you always introduce. Did Ike try to bite the back of Gertie's shell when he couldn't get past the rocker horse to the lettuce? He IS the dominant tort!! I think the big torts are bottomless pits for ALL food all the time. After watching Ike and his harem, I understand how in the wild a male has a territory with a group of females and he defends it to the best of his ability. Do you compost the tort droppings? As vegetarians that would be some good soil enhancer for gardens or house plants. Almost as good as worm castings/better than cow.
Dropping in to check on u and the tortoises amid this drought and cutting off water supplies to other towns. Pray for the tortoises
Ike gets in one day more than I will in my whole life lol
Yo! Ike cam! Let's Go Budddyyy!
I like watching them eat their food
I hope Tillman is doing okay. He seems like a nice dog.
The baby tortoise are so cute!
i liked tillman and all the t's and the voice of saying hey buddy
I don't know how I got here but it's very wholesome and positive.
They have a great life 👌🏻👍🏻
Hey my favorite tortoises. 😊🙋♀️💜
I always forget how absolutely massive Ike is.
Thats what she said..
I love seeing the great care you give to your tortoise 🐢 ❤️ 😇❤️🐢🐢🐢🐢
“You’ve got to be kidding me”
-Woody
Yes. I’m talking about that scene where he’s getting chased by Sid’s dog.
But yeah. Your dog seems like he loves his Woody.
They move around much more than I thought. 😮✊🏻
They are all so beautiful and perfect, includingTillman.🥰🥰
These guys are awesome. I never get tired of watching them, particularly Ike.
How wonderful to see such happy & healthy tortys ❤
Ike is a living legend
The only reason I know a lot about turtles is because of you
I love these videos. Turtles🐢 are so cool!!! 🫶🏻
That was way cool. Enjoyed that a lot. Oh ike, he be the man.
Just a question, how much does Ike Wows the girls per day?
They mate quite a bit especially during the breeding season 🐢
@@TheTortoiseWhisperer WOW
He really is a stud!!🐢😂
Ike really just bullies all the tortoises 😂
Great video buddy I love watching you take care of those turtles my ex girlfriend had one and she would tape a balloon to his back in the backyard because the grass was tall so she could keep up with him and he just loved to explore and eat all the greens you're a great man
So awesome to see your turtles 🐢 daily.. they look so happy
Ike has an addiction 😂
Am I the only one who finds these videos weirdly therapeutic?
Nice F-22 shot at the end man
Ike at the end was like “a little privacy please” jk, we know Ike doesn’t care about that 😂
I love your channel. They are such incredible creatures! My question is what happens to all the babies once they get bigger? Do you sell them? Do they go to -Zoo’s? Just curious since I Don’t know anyone who has a pet tortoise
I try to keep as many babies as I can but unfortunately I'm just not able to keep every single one with the amount that they do have. So after I make sure they're 100% healthy and ready, I do let some go to new and good homes. But all the babies that are in this video will grow up here 😁🐢
@@TheTortoiseWhisperer when are you going to open your house to tours? maybe on weekends and limited visits/number of people. you can earn money to keep it going and people would love to meet all the guys in person and some head rubs too 🥰
I came here for you & your tortoises but I stayed for your incredibly adorable pup 🥰🥰🥰
Ike is living the best life He just gets to eat and WOW all day long lucky SOB
2:28 wasn’t expecting that 😂
😅😂
I saw the notification come up, and I just smiled. 🙂🙃🐢🐢🐢
What Ive learned is that Ike’s daily routine consists almost entirely of “WOW”
Ike is living the best life a tortoise can, food, sun, and ladies all day round
You have the best enclosure for these tortoises. They look comfortable and happy
Those tortoise are so hungry eating those foods 😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎😎
7:33 "...I try to do a movie just for adults!! - some privacy, please"🤣🐢❣️
If I had a Pet tortoise that is the same Size as Ike and I lived at Arizona I would bring my pet tortoise to meet ike and all of the other tortoise❤🐢
Ike is a fkn asshole lol, he'd flip your Tortoise & hump him
Ike is a menace 😂
its amazing how these tortoises are so patient
thanks for the video i luv them all. making happy seeing all t's from adult to baby. good day start for meeeeeeeeee. thank
What if that tortoise never got helped?Is there any way he could get back on his feet? Also, how often do they sleep?
That dude has the life eat roots and naps Ike's a legend
3:30 soo... how long does it take for them to grow that big ?
awwww love your life!!! everyday full of beautiful torts of all sizes 🐢💕🥰
Your like ike,a buddy!
Pretty perfect living space ,food , and treatment/ care .
This is the biggest tortoise operation ever lol 🐢
What is Ike doing?
The answer never changes
The ladies 😎
Aww I missed these tortoises!!! 🥺Please post such long videos more often!!
They like it better when you hand feed them.
saw a short about 20 min ago and i think i'm developing a small obsession- i popt over 2 the actual channel and am now on my second "full feature"... that short is a fine teaser! new sub- and i can't wait to share w/ my 11yo niece- she's gonna do flips, man! how neat- so glad to have found ya! u r certainly an awesome steward of this earth, sir > thank you
i can sooo hear the homer voice...''AH PUMPKIN '
THIS IS WHAT I WANTED TO SEND TO DOLLY. We have them here at a rescue from newly hatched to a couple years old.
We gat Dino Rhino and Ike .... Camera pans to the right ... What the dog doing ....🤣😂😂😂🤣
Hey my grandparents live in Phoenix, Arizona during the Canadian winter months, if you ever need help washing and feeding tortoises, let us know, I'm certain there's more people like me who want to help feed these beautiful guys and gals!
Hi : How do I adopt one of your baby turtles? I love them. I live in NM. The weather here is also hot.
Do you know what Hermans eat? I know they eat, strawberries, cucumber and lettuce, but what else do they eat? Cute tortoise, too! ❤