Looking for Barred Tiger Salamander Axolotls (Crazy hair and questionable hygiene)

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  • Опубліковано 18 жов 2024
  • On April 30, 2021, I visited Axolotl lakes, outside of Ennis, Montana, in order to search for tiger salamander axolotls. It was a stunningly beautiful area, and I really enjoyed my time there!
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  • @RachelOLeary
    @RachelOLeary  3 роки тому +52

    I hope you guys will enjoy this new avenue I am taking with my content. I have a few more to edit and get out to you, but please- let me know in the comments. I will also be putting out some super short paddling videos somewhere on my social media. Thank YOU for the support! I hope you enjoyed seeing the native habitat of the barred tiger salamander axolotls.

    • @KyIieMinogue
      @KyIieMinogue 3 роки тому +3

      Omg this was so cool! I love this kind of content from you. Please tell me you at least had sunscreen on though that snow glare can get you real quick 😂

    • @RachelOLeary
      @RachelOLeary  3 роки тому +3

      I wear sunscreen year round!

    • @monicawg
      @monicawg 3 роки тому

      The evolution of this channel is awesome. As my curiosities and queries are quelled by your older content, I find myself being absolutely inspired by your new content!! Bravo, Aquarium God!!!!👏🏾🔥👏🏾🔥👏🏾🔥💯

    • @peepslostsheep
      @peepslostsheep 3 роки тому

      Love it love it!

    • @michaelmecham3477
      @michaelmecham3477 3 роки тому +4

      we actually have barred tiger salamanders in some lakes in utah. Cecret lake near Salt Lake City has only barred tiger salamanders and no fish so the salamanders are everywhere. It's also only like a 0.8 mile hike round trip and it is beautiful.
      edit: They also stay in axolotl like form which is cool.

  • @caroldragon7545
    @caroldragon7545 3 роки тому +19

    Now that I'm 81, I can no longer travel to out of the way places and hike the way I used to (arthritis, etc), so watching your videos is a wonderful way for me to experience those beautiful spots. Thanks Rachel for sharing your exciting trips!

    • @blackdong4footwangnosucky
      @blackdong4footwangnosucky 3 роки тому

      Dat sounds ver nice dat you can sea this and be not sadd I sadd some but no kill me self

  • @markcarriere243
    @markcarriere243 3 роки тому +19

    absolutely love these new videos. Even without seeing the salamanders, it was great to see the scenic views and water testing. Can't wait to see what's next!

    • @RachelOLeary
      @RachelOLeary  3 роки тому +7

      Thanks! I was SUPER bummed to not find them, we tried for quite a long time (there all day). I do have other videos that I have to edit where we were much more successful :) Stay tuned! And thank you so much for the comment and support!

    • @markcarriere243
      @markcarriere243 3 роки тому +1

      @@RachelOLeary ooh suspense! That certainly sounds exciting; can’t wait to see what you found!

  • @marypaigeflynn4512
    @marypaigeflynn4512 3 роки тому +3

    Incredible Rachel!! Thank you for the opportunity of letting us go on the journey with you!! This is a place I've dreamed of going to and seeing the wildlife at Axolotl Lakes, Montana!! Incredible footage and it was really cool to see your findings and learning about these incredible salamanders!! Thank you so much for sharing!! ❤️🤗🙏🙌

  • @noahcovell4698
    @noahcovell4698 3 роки тому +6

    I've been SUPER hyped for this new content. This is exactly what a lot of us want to see, I think. I love all of the aquarium YT gang, but THIS is what the hobby is about, not a subscription feed full of live streams. Crank it out Rachel!!! Before the livestream bois catch on! Make this your thing!

  • @robertforrest7956
    @robertforrest7956 3 роки тому +4

    Really loved this vid Rachel, and the new Hair style. 😄 Some beautiful shots!! Nice to see snow now that we are in the 100s this past week. 🥵 Gorgeous Lake!!! 😘 I sure miss being out in the wilds. The lakes and reservoirs here are Very Low if any water at all. 😬. Love your ingenuity. 😄 I have some new mini Orchids that are just starting to spike, anxious to see how they do first time blooming. One is considered extinct in the wilds now. Glad to see you having Fun... And thanks for bringing us along. Later Field Biologist... 👍

  • @johnnygee4206
    @johnnygee4206 3 роки тому +22

    Up to your nerd kit in mud, questionable hygiene, dodging elk poop, potential run-ins with grizzly bears and Sasquatch. Damn right I'm jealous...

    • @RachelOLeary
      @RachelOLeary  3 роки тому +10

      I am SO in my happy place with it! It is super amazing that folks seem to enjoy it

    • @johnnygee4206
      @johnnygee4206 3 роки тому +4

      @@RachelOLeary Nice! Who needs a white sandy beach when there's a perfectly good Montana mud bank available? Have fun!

  • @carolebraswell982
    @carolebraswell982 3 роки тому +2

    I had never seen a place like that! (Never seen moose poop either! LOL) Thank you so much for sharing your adventures! I also love the water testing and under water views!

  • @violettenewman8686
    @violettenewman8686 3 роки тому +2

    Beautiful scenery, great idea. I loved it all. You’re looking really young, we love your hair like that.

    • @RachelOLeary
      @RachelOLeary  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much 🤗 I haven't been called young in a very long time lol

  • @laurasutton4057
    @laurasutton4057 3 роки тому +1

    This was quite lovely. For those who have never been to Montana, there is a lot of territory that is undisturbed and pristine. To me it is the most beautiful state. I like this style of video. Looking forward to more of your travels.👍

  • @relaxingnature2617
    @relaxingnature2617 3 роки тому +2

    HI from British Columbia ..keep coming , you're almost here ..summer in Canada is nice

    • @RachelOLeary
      @RachelOLeary  3 роки тому +2

      I would love to hit BC! Waiting for the borders to open

  • @michaelgarza3175
    @michaelgarza3175 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for taking us on your adventures! Keep up the fantastic work! And you're absolutely rocking the hair!!

  • @thefishylife6823
    @thefishylife6823 3 роки тому +1

    I can't wait to see more places Rachel!!!!!! Awesome little amphibians, it's crazy they have such a small native range... Safe travels out there keep the videos rolling out

  • @rodneywalat8956
    @rodneywalat8956 3 роки тому +1

    Great video Rachel, thank you. I give it 5 stars or 10 stars or whatever is highest. Nice to see the natural environment. I remember in a previous video, when you said that you were going to be delivering this kind of content, I was wondering how you would pull it off. SUCCESS. l became jealous that I was not there. Like your water analysis and attempt at underwater footage. Looking forward to your next trip.

  • @amandah2490
    @amandah2490 3 роки тому +1

    I love that there is ice and snow around yet you are sitting there in a vest. It must be warmer than it looks!

  • @fishtex632
    @fishtex632 3 роки тому

    Fantastic! So glad that you are taking us along on your adventures. Looking forward to more.

  • @barbarawiddowson635
    @barbarawiddowson635 3 роки тому

    Thank you for showing us these fabulous views of Montana (and wildlife poop LOL).I'm so enjoying these videos Rachel. Stay safe out there.

  • @berniemeyer1643
    @berniemeyer1643 3 роки тому

    Thanks for taking us along. Kept my attention. Well done!

  • @Fishtory
    @Fishtory 3 роки тому +6

    Very cool. I love these "on site" videos and hope to see a lot more of these... ill go back and watch the ads 2x if it helps fund more trips :)
    Thanks Rachel!

  • @elisab7796
    @elisab7796 3 роки тому +1

    The view and scenery was beautiful, thank you for sharing

  • @debbiewilhelm3035
    @debbiewilhelm3035 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for taking us along

  • @shutter-de
    @shutter-de 3 роки тому +1

    Gosh the view is awesome. Thanks for sharing!

  • @Stewartsmom0
    @Stewartsmom0 3 роки тому +3

    I loved every second of this vlog! Thanks for sharing

  • @vampgaia
    @vampgaia 3 роки тому +1

    I love your travel footage. The USA is a beautiful country. I enjoy seeing places that I’ve never been and that I need to visit. I’m so glad you are sharing your travels. Are you keeping a written travel log with all the data from the various locations to compare later? Impressive go pro set up.

  • @RikoStan
    @RikoStan 3 роки тому

    Love it! Can't wait to see the paddling videos too.

    • @RikoStan
      @RikoStan 3 роки тому

      Lol " hello elk poop".

  • @markvonwisco7369
    @markvonwisco7369 3 роки тому +1

    I really enjoy your adventures outside of the fishroom.

  • @VandenbergeStudio
    @VandenbergeStudio 3 роки тому

    I love these types of new videos! We are all extremely excited to see more adventures!

  • @samanthabaker964
    @samanthabaker964 3 роки тому

    im unable to xpress to u jst how proud & truly happy & xcitd i am for u. u seem to be having sucha blast & doing what u obviously love! go head girl!

  • @Dash902101
    @Dash902101 3 роки тому +1

    Montana is so beautiful! Thanks for taking us along on your adventure!

  • @ahofftn
    @ahofftn 3 роки тому

    Beautiful country! Thanks so much for sharing, and I look forward to seeing more.

  • @Fishtory
    @Fishtory 3 роки тому +8

    Hell yeah!

  • @shesellsfish
    @shesellsfish 3 роки тому

    True wilderness, how wonderful to be able to experience this thru your travels. You looked so content sitting in the rocky mud taking water samples. Wish you'd had better luck finding one of the salamanders, but still, it was worth the scenary and sampling the water, and seeing the underwater plants. Awesome video Rachel, looking forward to more.
    👍💓👍

  • @delirisnmartinezgonzalez6661
    @delirisnmartinezgonzalez6661 3 роки тому +1

    Super Nice, Rachel. Love it.

  • @psionicjinx
    @psionicjinx 3 роки тому +2

    She’s very respectful of animals and I’d let her gather up anything she’d want since she’d love them all. Not like I own a forest or ocean or anything lol

  • @TheAusisa
    @TheAusisa 3 роки тому +2

    I need an API Aquaspin water tester. Lots of good information. Love ya Rachel!

    • @RachelOLeary
      @RachelOLeary  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks ❤

    • @sdqsdq6274
      @sdqsdq6274 2 роки тому

      hmmm is it accurate ? even their master kit test are known to be not

  • @krisguenther4897
    @krisguenther4897 3 роки тому +1

    Enjoy the content.Can't do much cause I'm old .Watching you do stuff l wish I could do.

  • @earthgirl7267
    @earthgirl7267 3 роки тому

    Beautiful scenery!! Thanks for sharing! 💛💚💙

  • @FatherFish
    @FatherFish 3 роки тому

    Excellent. Thank you for a heroic effort.

    • @RachelOLeary
      @RachelOLeary  3 роки тому +1

      I will go back and be successful! I have promised myself

    • @FatherFish
      @FatherFish 3 роки тому

      @@RachelOLeary BRAVO!!

  • @ezwaters5847
    @ezwaters5847 3 роки тому +1

    Great content! Interesting to see various natural types of water conditions.

  • @jakobtate4384
    @jakobtate4384 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you for sharing, love watching your adventures and learning from it

  • @fonzcraz2878
    @fonzcraz2878 3 роки тому +2

    You seem alot happier than you have been out there in your natural environment

  • @FoxyFoxyShazam
    @FoxyFoxyShazam 3 роки тому +1

    Dang, this was super cool! I really like this new direction. I gotta say, I was surprised by the ammonia level in that lake considering 0ppm is the bare minimum (maximum?) we keep in the aquarium hobby.

  • @gunschel
    @gunschel 3 роки тому

    Great vid! Love the new hair style! ;-)

  • @Evil_Genius_888
    @Evil_Genius_888 3 роки тому +1

    Even without seeing the salamanders it looked like a great day.

  • @embracenreborns6997
    @embracenreborns6997 3 роки тому

    This footage is so awesome and beautiful but I would shit my pants trying to drive there by the mountains 🤣

  • @jm9841
    @jm9841 3 роки тому

    We are subscribed an happy looking at the comments and speaking for myself. I hope YOU are enjoying it and take care. :)

  • @OpinionatedChicken59
    @OpinionatedChicken59 3 роки тому +1

    Hell yes Rachel find those guys!

  • @kimsparks7871
    @kimsparks7871 3 роки тому +1

    Hi Rachel, I love these videos, thanks

    • @RachelOLeary
      @RachelOLeary  3 роки тому +1

      hurray! so glad, thanks for the support and comment :)

  • @MomoAkechi
    @MomoAkechi 3 роки тому

    YES! I've been eagerly waiting for this video ever since I saw your posts about the lake on your Instagram!
    I'm sorry you didn't get to see any, but thank you for this video still! I'm adding this to my list of places I definitely want to visit.

    • @RachelOLeary
      @RachelOLeary  3 роки тому +2

      I am going to try and go back when its a bit less icy. I think we were probably just a few weeks too early, unfortunately. It was actively snowing half the time we were in Montana and got quite cold at night still in April.

  • @sherryjarecki1701
    @sherryjarecki1701 3 роки тому

    Long ago I bought a mud puppy- water dog At Alsip Nursery for $5.00 .Shortly after it went through metamorphosis.I fed it flying grasshoppers , our outdoor cat would help me catch them,also fed him crickets and even pinky mice.It lived for more than 20 yrs.I really enjoyed having this barred salamander.I’d also take him out side and sit with him in the grass, he loved smelling the fresh sir

  • @naegwut
    @naegwut 3 роки тому +1

    Look at that sky!!!

  • @kathleenredmond5651
    @kathleenredmond5651 3 роки тому

    Thank You for taking us on one of your many journeys. This was very exciting to see where you go to spot US axolotls. Can't wait for you to try again.

  • @Greenleaves
    @Greenleaves 3 роки тому

    Thanks for sharing a new and useful video I like the feeling that communicates well even if the language is different Full watch, I want to come again Cheer
    🌷💕🍀

  • @mariaz9538
    @mariaz9538 3 роки тому

    Beautiful scenery and looks like you were having fun 👍

  • @darrylmoore5847
    @darrylmoore5847 3 роки тому

    I loved this video. I look forward to more of this coolness.

  • @503Aquatics
    @503Aquatics 3 роки тому

    This is AMAZING 🤩 please keep sharing. ❤️

  • @thomashynes4042
    @thomashynes4042 3 роки тому

    Spectacular! Thanks for sharing this...

  • @DabbaHashery
    @DabbaHashery 3 роки тому

    This is really good content. They need to give you a show on animal planet. Get that travel budget paid!

    • @RachelOLeary
      @RachelOLeary  3 роки тому

      I would settle for breaking even 🤣

  • @ImmortalWombat
    @ImmortalWombat 2 роки тому

    I know you have a million things on the go but a seperate channel dedicated to outdoor stuff like this and the moose! I think with those videos trending and your natural skill for it you may take off!

  • @swirlmaster
    @swirlmaster 3 роки тому

    I love the new content and look forward to seeing more!

  • @Nenezilla
    @Nenezilla 3 роки тому +1

    I always wanted an axolotl, as I worry about their natural habitat and numbers dwindling, but I know I wouldn't make a good keeper. Thank you for the video.

  • @farmfishandfreedom2933
    @farmfishandfreedom2933 3 роки тому +5

    I’d love to go fly fish there. Been up to glacier before I got into fly fishing. Dying to get back ever since.

    • @RachelOLeary
      @RachelOLeary  3 роки тому +2

      it was an incredibly beautiful area!

  • @d.p.kfishaquariums8825
    @d.p.kfishaquariums8825 3 роки тому

    Love it nature at is best .thank u mrs Rachel stay bless always keep it up definitely good on hand research .

  • @weedhopp
    @weedhopp 3 роки тому +1

    Very cool video
    Thanks so much 😊

  • @marciesocal7553
    @marciesocal7553 3 роки тому

    Really enjoyed this 👍🏻👍🏻

  • @drenchaquaculture2680
    @drenchaquaculture2680 3 роки тому

    great to see you getting out there and getting filthy. Have so much fun!

  • @sshomelab
    @sshomelab 3 роки тому

    Judging from the layer of ice, it was probably too early for them, they are likely still in winter rest. Did you get the temperature of the water?
    I've kept the regular A. mavortium for a while. Interesting animals, albeit a bit boring to me, since they dig themselves in. These mole salamanders are like some fish; christmas when you see them, but otherwise the tank looks empty. Axolotls are the only species from the Ambystoma genus that I enjoy keeping. Nevertheless, I'd LOVE to see them in the wild. Hope you find them eventually.

  • @nolasdollsandaquatics9386
    @nolasdollsandaquatics9386 3 роки тому

    Loving it, Living your best life...

  • @jenn.u
    @jenn.u 3 роки тому +1

    I love this SO much! Thank you!

  • @machellelowry9404
    @machellelowry9404 3 роки тому +1

    That was very interesting

  • @kindaintrovert208
    @kindaintrovert208 3 роки тому

    thats amazing. I would love to travel there if I ever go to USA

  • @Nomorepain57
    @Nomorepain57 3 роки тому

    Great video, love Montana

  • @MrLeavemikealone
    @MrLeavemikealone 3 роки тому

    Awesome video!

  • @ForestExotics
    @ForestExotics 3 роки тому +1

    Good video thanks.

  • @andrelang7370
    @andrelang7370 3 роки тому +1

    Home Sweet Rockies

  • @JB-xj4ek
    @JB-xj4ek 3 роки тому

    I mean summer tubbin' is great, but who would have a problem with this!? XD

    • @RachelOLeary
      @RachelOLeary  3 роки тому +1

      I was really nervous because the concept got very mixed reviews. It's why it took me a month to put it out there!

  • @waterlover
    @waterlover 3 роки тому

    Rachel the only woman I love with tattoos

  • @samanthabaker964
    @samanthabaker964 3 роки тому

    personally i find these little bad boys way prettier than the "typical" axolotl ( theyre all beautiful though)

  • @thehairywoodsman5644
    @thehairywoodsman5644 3 роки тому

    WOW !!!!!!!! your hair is AWESOME !!!!

    • @RachelOLeary
      @RachelOLeary  3 роки тому +1

      are you making fun of me, LMAO. That is it in its native state after camping for a week by the river, lol

    • @thehairywoodsman5644
      @thehairywoodsman5644 3 роки тому

      @@RachelOLeary look at my pic , I would NEVER make fun of a persons hair .
      mine is always out of control and there's lots of it.
      on your worst day , your hair is AWESOME !
      I'm an oldish hippie , deeply in love with my wife , so I'm not hitting on you either .
      I just really appreciate that fabulous haircut you rock .
      also I value your knowledge , so I never miss one of your vids.

  • @Baffi_
    @Baffi_ 3 роки тому +1

    I’ve only ever seen a wild salamander once when I was a little kid. There are some around here, I’ve just never taken the time to go herping

  • @mtt488
    @mtt488 2 роки тому

    The amount of times I've fished these and had no clue.

  • @juliangil7396
    @juliangil7396 3 роки тому

    Loved it!

  • @scottmaxwell403
    @scottmaxwell403 3 роки тому

    awesome video

  • @jerrodbrey3347
    @jerrodbrey3347 3 роки тому

    Hey Montana is home for me so cool I didn’t know they were here

    • @RachelOLeary
      @RachelOLeary  3 роки тому

      what part of Montana? This was near Ennis, I put a link in the description to the state site that has pretty good instructions on how to get there (definitely need awd or preferably 4wd with high clearance for the BLM roads though)

  • @TripleJAquatics
    @TripleJAquatics 3 роки тому

    Love the title lol

  • @carsongarnett1700
    @carsongarnett1700 3 роки тому

    Montana is so beautiful

  • @Aiken47
    @Aiken47 3 роки тому

    400acres doesn’t seem like a very big reserve. The country here is beautiful. I love seeing natural habitats

  • @twunderaquatics1770
    @twunderaquatics1770 3 роки тому

    Sorry no salamanders. I still enjoyed this video. Thanks😉

  • @michaelmccarthy4077
    @michaelmccarthy4077 3 роки тому

    Hmm, I wonder if my Nissan Rogue AWD could handle it? Eh, who am I kidding, it would get muddy and I can't have that. 🤣

  • @mamag8753
    @mamag8753 3 роки тому

    Beautiful country

  • @Dracobear13
    @Dracobear13 3 роки тому

    Was that a sculpin at the end Rachael?

  • @stevenbisset8717
    @stevenbisset8717 3 роки тому

    Good stuff.

  • @thetrucker11100
    @thetrucker11100 3 роки тому +1

    Just go to Mexico city in Xochimilco you can find those Axolotles (Ajolotle) that's how you pronounce the name

  • @christophersmith907
    @christophersmith907 3 роки тому

    Very cool

  • @gardenmatic8178
    @gardenmatic8178 3 роки тому

    Love the west soooo much 🥰

  • @spoiledsushi7400
    @spoiledsushi7400 3 роки тому

    You look good w/o make-up!!!

  • @alexkarasoulos
    @alexkarasoulos 3 роки тому

    John Clare (founder of Caudata.org and Caudata Culture) had some barred tigers CBB in 2013 and some other years, I'd start by asking him on facebook or something, I am an extreme fish enthusiast but an even bigger salamander nerd.
    Edit: I thought you were trying to find them for sale, i wrote the comment before i watched

    • @RachelOLeary
      @RachelOLeary  3 роки тому +1

      i appreciate it! I wanted to see them, sad that I failed, but eager to try again in a different season (or later in Spring next time)

  • @marburuu111
    @marburuu111 3 роки тому

    I has no idea we had salamanders and axolotl in Montana

  • @michaels5705
    @michaels5705 3 роки тому

    I'd have skipped uploading this one.

  • @rafaelbarja3419
    @rafaelbarja3419 3 роки тому

    toda una científica