World's LARGEST Coconut CRAB {Catch Clean Cook} Asuncion Island, CNMI
These truly are the largest Coconut Crabs in the world! The CNMI and it's government have done an amazing job protecting these crabs so that they can be harvested in a sustainable manner! Huge Shout out to Jun for taking us on such an amazing Crab Hunt!!! To anybody wondering or concerned, all the crabs seen in this video were released, unharmed. We had permits to take Coconut Crab on the Island of Pagan, but instead, the Crab I cooked was previously captured on the island of Rota, Froze and then I cooked it once I needed it back on Saipan. The reason for filming this video was to educate the public on the amazing resources located on the northern Islands of the CNMI!
If you are interested in knowing more about the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) Please visit the
MVA (Mariana Visitors Authority) www.mymarianas.com
We have been staying at the Kensington Hotel on Saipan. To say it's AMAZING is an understatement! www.kensingtonsaipan.com/kr/
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Laying in a hospital bed for the last 2 weeks waiting for open heart surgery for a mechanical pump. DMFD keeps me going. Thank you Robert!!
Just said a prayer for you & your family John. Wishing your surgery a success and a speedy recovery!
Best thoughts for a successful recovery.
Praying for successful surgery.
Hope you make it through healthy and heal fast my friend.. My prayers and thoughts are with you, and yours..
Prayers from me. Jesus loves you. God bless
“They have the long whiskers which clearly they use for.. i dont know” lol
Those are anteni, all lobsters/ crabs have them.
Its like he's high.....
They're used to fool unsuspecting prey into thinking they are adorable little kitties, then they strike...
Travels hundred of miles to see/catch em, doesn't have the respect to learn about em before hand so that he doesn't sound like a stoner. For the record, they use it to detect smell and can orient them to track the source of the smell.
@@nlz242 Calm down there.
Giving the staff some food is dope man. That’s what it’s all about sharing. Something so simple and yet so misunderstood in life. God Blesss man. I can’t wait to do things like this.
The way that guide said “it is a big one” gave me the feeling that he really meant “you haven’t seen shit yet”
Theres always a bigger one.
🤣🤣🤣
Rob feeding the staff is the embodiment of this whole channel. Respect for the environment, the people & location, and sharing your experience with others. This is the DMFD way. Appreciation, Love, Respect. God Bless.
he voted for trump
sarge5000 even better
@@sarge5000 people can have their own views. Shocker I know.
@@sarge5000 even better
Thank you Rob for showing that Saipan and the CNMI is the best of the islands. ❤️👍. And Thank you Governor for allowing Rob to show off these beautiful islands that you and the people of the CNMI are PROUD OF! BIBA DEAR MEAT FOR DINNER! BIBA GOVERNOR TORRES, BIBA CNMI!!! Engof Guiya Hamyu Todu!!!
coconut crabs: can break wrists cayote peterson: *SALIVATING*
Cayote: IMMA BOUT TO ENDTER THEN CLAW ZONE
@Jesse Mathis It's scary I didn't realize that spelling mistake until you brought it up to me. I am better than this. Nonetheless, I shall leave 'cayote' as it is a reflection, nay, a monument of my profound failure.
@Jesse Mathis Lol, I figured. I was seriously shocked from my typo though ngl, always been irrationally afraid of misspelling stuff on the internet. My response to the error had to show that.
The strongest recorded one was smaller and could clamp down with 800+lbs of force and they can lift 70+lbs. I wonder how strong these bigger coconut crabs are
@@xxzenonionnex7658 will eating them make us strong?
I love the fact that you always try to include the staff and crew in all your videos and meals! God bless you and your family!
my cat jumped on me while i was watching this and i nearly had a heart attack thinking a fatass coconut crab was on me😂
😂😂😂
🤣 dang where u live to think he in your 🏠
@@prettypegacornunisus2990 it was probably him being scared so he didn’t think about logic
😂😂🤣
Love your humer
This dude is seeing places that many people in there life will never get too see.....how amazing. What a dream.
CNMI is basically right off the coast of Guam"Where America's Day Begins" Unfortunately there are so many people that are MisInformed think Guam is part of Micronesia and we're not. Guam is part of the Marianna Islands, were it not for WWII And the Spanish American war, Guam would not be a Territory of the US.
A wet dream
@@j-paulvillagomez8875 yeah
@@j-paulvillagomez8875 if youre talking about the FSM then no Guam & the CNMI is not a part of the FSM. Guam & the CNMI is part of the Mariana islands which is the most northern set of islands within the greater Micronesian islands so Guam & the CNMI is still part of Micronesia.
From his kitchen in FL to now hanging out at a volcanic island in the middle of the ocean hunting for coconut crabs...DMFD has come a long way! Keep it up, Rob!👍🏼
Even has a camera crew too. Really has come a long way.
He making moneyyyyyyyyyyy
Y’all know he used to have a tv show doing this type of stuff right?
Who else came here after hearing the theory of Amelia Earnhardt being eaten by coconut crabs?? LOL
Yo off of mr ballen
@@evanleonard1989 yeah 😂
@@evanleonard1989 same 😂😭
Yep
Same came from Mr.Ballen and I was like holy shit they swarmed her in night and probably cut her to pieces and then I see this videos and there treating the crabs like they aren't shit like wtf😂the different ways people see things is so amazing and scary sometimes
Nobody is gonna mention that he’s literally with the governor of the Mariana islands.
😂😂 not many people out here know mariana islands even exist braddah.
Which one is he?
@@roymendoza530 ralph
Apparently a laid back kind of guy
Who is the governor?
All I’ve been doing the past few days has been watching DMFD. And I’ve never had a better time in my life.
I started at 10AM yesterday and I'm still going strong.
Rob Morgantti lol! I’m goin three days straight! I haven’t even hit the hunting videos. Just fishing.
@@rileycheever4274 keep going man the hunting videos are fantastic!
Depressing comment
I watched 300 videos in 4 days. I never skip through a thing.
I'm sat here thousands of miles away in the UK, just finished a days work and cracked open a bottle of red and then you upload another fantastic video. Much love from the UK!
always a good feeling ey
Seeing you guys in the middle of nowhere, hiking on a volcanic island and watching you literally grabbing these humongous crabs... I enjoy living vigorously through you - but honestly I would never ever set a food on an island with these beautiful creatures. Let alone at night. So hats off to you. I prefer watching this at three in the morning in my cozy bed :)
hafa adai everyone. I'm from Guam and my mom from Saipan. I left the islands to come to America 1970 never been back, its time. I use to visit my grand father who lived in Chalan Kanoa
“They have those big whiskers clearly for.. idk something” 😂😂
The hairs they have is for sensory like a spiders hair can detect the change in wind and how many predators are in the area
11:29 😂😂
That was the best. I was expecting some fun facts xb
Not exactly David Attenborough... 😂😂 amazing video though 👍
Nearly commented the same thing 😂
Robert one of the most humblest guys I’ve ever seen
Totally agree bro
NOOO KIZZY.😤
He's a man of God. His peace comes from our Lord Jesus.
Are u planning to by white sand beach in d Philippines
@@dathangarfield379 he mentions rebirth... isn't there not rebirth in christianity just heaven or something??
This is so dope man, the fact that this island is so remote, it may be the first time so many people have had the opportunity to see it through your amazing video.
This man's humility and big heart is unmatched in the KZhead community... it's always a blessing to watch your videos ... it's believers like you I definitely have the utmost respect for... you practice what you preach... food also looks great btw
I honestly love this guy he always shares his food with everyone and anyone and treats everyone like family 💕
Hello my sweet patunia. You are my darling sugar plum sweetie pie. Would you be interested in moderating my discord server? You will receive special perks from yours truly..... 🙂
You are a gullible tool. This entire show is an infomercial for all of his endorsements and freebies. Make sure all the labels and signs are pointing your way so you can buy them all to feel closer. Lol
That’s how most of us christians are 😊
I genuinely appreciate you sharing a meal with the employees, most people wouldn't have thought to do that, good man! You definitely made a subscriber out of me
You are great. The food takes second place to you especially the way you treat people. You are a true first class citizen. I came for the food but left with meeting a really nice man. Ted
Being a hotelier it's always feels great when guest like you appreciate our work and give us feeling like a family. Love you and lots of love from India.
Why i suddenly heard that crab singing *”SHINYYYYY!!”*
😂
Tamatoa sure is glam
Only few will find this funny 🤣🤣🤣" moana "
BROOOOOOOOOOOOO 😭
This man is gonna cook my hiney
"They have these long whiskers that clearly they use for whatever reason, I don't know" well obviously they use them for whatever reason! hehe you crack me up dude!
OMFG this dude is hilarious
@@jhonatanrenan7706 I"ll tell you what is hilarious is that blue bird... hahaha
@@weloveyoufather Lol
I think they use them like some kind of sensory to detect or feel for things in the air or surroundings
@@mealaa03 lol dude that's what whiskers are for no matter what animal they belong to.
This man is just so inspiring, eloquent and at best humble. What an amazing role model. I aspire to travel the world and enjoy its fruits like this man does. Thanks be to God.
This entire video was just......peaceful. Loved every second of it. Especially the end when you treated the workers. Blessing to you and the family forever for being so kind spirited
Rob: "hey come out here you guys, check this out". goes to the balcony "How beautiful is that?" The 2 hotel employees who literally live and work there politely says "wow, priceless" haha
I live on the beach and see the beach every day and yes it is beautiful and priceless and well I probably say 10 times a day wow when I look at it so you're kind of talking out of your behind
Lmao exactly 😂😂 I was like bruh they literally see that everyday
I just wanted to thank you for these fishing videos. I loved to fish but was in an accident 12 years ago that left me paralyzed and unable to fish among other things. For years I've looked for adaptive fishing poles and there's barely anything out there and what is there is extremely expensive. Hopefully one day I'll be able to fish again. The reason I am thanking you is because your videos let me live vicariously through you, and to be able to enjoy fishing. So again, thank you!
Stephen, I say this as a cancer fighter of almost 14 years: DON'T give up. Medical miracles are happening almost daily. I don't know what your medical issue is, but there's someone working on it, somewhere, right now. If you can keep your mind healthy (and I KNOW how hard that can be!) your body will try to follow. If you follow Rob you know he believes in Jesus Christ. It's up to you to look into that or not, as you work your way through these issues. I've been fighting terminal cancer for 14 years in September. It's not been fun, but I've learned a lot. Keep learning, keep fighting, keep looking for the answers. I'm lucky enough to have been blessed with a wife that actually believes in "till death do us part". I hope and pray your family is able to help where needed. Hey, maybe one of these days you can teach me how to fish... all I can manage to do is drown a bunch of poor worms. At least I can say "no fish were harmed"!!! God bless, my brother.
May Almighty GOD heal you, In Lord Jesus Mighty Name, Amen
I have been watching almost all of your videos for the past two weeks. You're just an amazing dude.
Where has this channel been for the past six years or been watching KZhead... I actually pay for KZhead to avoid the commercials. 20 bucks a month. I love this channel... what great content.
Why can’t people just watch a video without assuming it’s staged. People like Robert put their hearts and souls into making videos for us to enjoy. I’m so glad god gave you the life he did so we can all enjoy following along your adventure in life.
Thank you for inspiring me to live my life to the fullest! And thank you for liking this I can’t wait to see where the future takes you!
I love deer meat for dinner and I enjoy watching from the Marshall Islands..
exactly not every thing u see is staged but ppl that are like robert they rarely stage things like almost never and when they do they mosty tell u at the start that this was either a renactment or it was staged bc they couldn't get the reall video of what happend bc it was either to gory or ot was a bit over the youtube rules
Tony Bourdain admitted that many scenes are staged and that he found it tiresome and artificial. Like when you see the host go in to a tavern to say hello to someone behind the bar, and the shot is from over the shoulder of the bartender. Obviously the camera got there before the host, and it's been set-up in advance if not actually rehearsed. It's not always too bad, but a lot of people don't realize how completely common this is. Then again, some people believe "reality TV" and Jerry Springer type shows aren't set-up and WWF matches are real fights, so ....
Hey i enjoy deer meat for dinner ,,,whether it staged or not watching it from the Marshall Islands keep me going...
"Walk outside, grab a coconut, and try pulling it apart.. You probably can't do it" Me in Idaho: Yeah you're probably right..
I felt that 🤣
As a fellow Idahoan, same lol
I also as a fellow Idahoan same as well. 😂 🥔
Lmao!! How many of us can walk outside and grab a coconut.
@@elisabethgreen1268 Only those living in the tropics, but then again that's where the highest population density exists.
I have so much respect for your philosophy about how to live your life by including others and your open mind that reveals your greatness. You are truly a gift to our society and communities. Awesome videos and incredible human being.
Yes please come to the Philippines. We're slowly opening up. More power to you God bless you and your family! 🙂
I grew up in Guam! The Marianas are my home. Watching your videos makes me feel as if I'm back. Thank you!
" I have no idea what he is looking for, but he finds one, I will tell you what we are looking for"... LOL.....
“You guys see those two antennas , they use them for idk what reason “
@@gabrielrodriguez8527 ahahahahaha
😂
I’m a Chinese American
Gabriel Rodriguez 😂😂😂😂 such a great explanation!!!
*THANKS ROB FOR TAKING US ON YOUR AMAZING ADVENTURES WITH YOU!*
The ending when hes eating with the hotel workers makes my day god please protect this man
“They have these long whiskers. Which are clearly used for I don’t know” lol that was so honest
That was line that stuck out to me too! Lol
@Rick Lanyon stfu
Thank you for blazing this trail through the Marianas archipelago!! As an indigenous Chamorro I’ve always dreamed of doing exactly this except it’s never been done before. Now I have a path I can follow!!!
I LOVE that you are doing this in a SUSTAINABLE way. FANTASTIC video. I have often marveled at these amazing arthropods (not to mention what they taste like). Thank you!
Man you have a beautiful soul I appreciate the extent you go to take us on this amazing journey with you. God bless
I remember as a child my dad would take me late at night to catch ayuyu/coconut crab in Yona, Guam 🇬🇺
Never been to Guam but my dad has hes in the US navy but he said it was amazing
Go AGAT
YIGO rules
THE DEPRESSED MANATEE I hope you get to go one day !
@@taramisu1483 thank u i plan on it my dad might take me next year actually!
I would like to say how much I enjoy watching how you treat everyone you come in contact with. You and your family are a blessing to watch and I know y'all are a blessing to everyone around you. Thank you! Thank you for all you do, and I hope one day I have the blessing to meet y'all. Thank you, and God bless.
I love his hospitality i wish more people were like this
Great post. Thanks for taking us with you 👍
“They have these long like whiskers that clearly are used for ....... whatever reason I don’t know” 😂😂
Adam Malone you have no likes so I will give one real name dantdm
@@nanditarupnarain5251 Uh-oh, I'm getting old. What does 'dantdm' mean???
Fun fact: When peeling crab, you can see tiny bits of shell of shell that you missed by shining a UV flashlight on it. The shell will flouresce and you can pick it off.
Amazing! And the two hotel workers at the end looked like they was in heaven eating that crab 🦀 respect and love to ALL the people of the world!!
I just happen to stumble upon your channel and so far I love your character and the content you provide! Keep you the work my friend.
This is the reason I’ve watched the channel for years Rob is so heartfelt and so sincere and just a true person. Love you rob and fam!
You look like my father with those glasses on. He passed four months back. That resemblance only makes this episode so much better and you’re reminiscent of his character
I can just imagine how sweet and good the meat would be of a crab that just eats coconuts. That sounds amazing.
Haha yeah... just eats coconuts and nothing else... sweet
Lol 😂 these eat Red Crabs all the time
Hafa Adai & Tirow CNMI! (Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana islands) Thank u Rob & the entire DMFD family for visiting my Mother lands which I truly MiSS & aDoRe! Please continue on the aWeSoMe Journey and y'all b safe alwayz 🙏😊🤙 BiG LoVe & Prayers to everyone here watching & the DMFD Fambams! All the way out here in Seattle, Washington ✌️❤️🤙
I have said it before and I'll say it again coconut crabs are Op and should be nerfed in the next balance patch.
Nahh they just use dmg hacks
Achyuthan S if they get nerfed some other build will take its place
Haha quirky gamor joke funnnnnni
im trying to not open lol client 4 the past month and now this ! its like the game is calling for me lol
DopEsMack I feel that
“Now walk outside, grab a coconut and try to rip it apart” Me in upstate NY: “OK great, I’m on it”
They don’t have those at Wegman’s?
clayton green refer back to “walk outside”
@@pantsupdontloot4181 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Thanks for the great nighttime footage of the island Asuncion. I was in Guam from 90 - 93, I was taught a simple method for trapping the coconut crab. Drill a hole in the more pointed end of the whole coconut, husk and all, and thread a rope through the hole, and knot the rope, then tie the rope to a tree at the top of the cliff by the ocean, and throw the coconut over the edge of the cliff. Check back the next morning, you will probably have a crab holding on tightly and trying to drag the coconut back to their den. I was successful, and the crab meat and the crab fat with peppers and garlic and onions and little butter was really great also.
First time here. Just subscribed. You have an incredible spirit, your gratitude, authenticity and humbleness is infectious. Excited to binge watch all your content
I’ve been to Tinian for some training in the Marines and the island is covered in coconut crabs. It’s amazing seeing these creatures. I picked one up and put it in my cover and when I tried releasing him, he would not let go of my cover (hat). Those things have a death grip like no other
Makes me happy to see my home being appreciated and loved! Hope you enjoyed your stay!
Love your channel rob. Been watching for a few years and youre living the dream!
you guys reminded me of Home "Manu'a" Island. I remember every Sunday feast there is always that Grab on a plate. It always for the Head of the family or for a Guest. That is a big grab I give you that to... Thanks
Dmfd: "walk outside, grab a coconut and try to rip it apart" Me: walks outside, sees dead grass and acorns.
omfg WHAT A SMART PERSON !!!
😂😂😂 true
Sooo...how did it go with the acorn?
@@marcieandgeorgehopper1795 well, it didn't really go anywhere.... I'll keep you posted if anything changes... I bet its George behind this comment. Am I right?
Embrace acorn life
Robert, you give me so much hope for humanity¡ I don't know anyone with such a genuine love and respect for any and everything that comes your way.
Love watching every bit of your channel video. Bless you and family.
Rob while you was taking it out the shell i was literally watering my mouth GEEEZ. I CAN JUST AMAGINING HOW GOOD THEY TASTE.
“Once we find one, I’ll let you know what we’re looking for.” Wise words. 🤓 Shout our from Baltimore, home of Old Bay!
This is the closest we can get to a " How to cook an Alien Facehugger" video :D
Yes! When he tore that back end open, then poured it out!! We lost it!
🤣🤣🤣
Wow,finally I came across my favorite subject.. Watching crab video, going to fetch them at dark with torch, cooking ,watching the host cook my favorite crab,and finally getting a free meal ...thanx
Great channel love the open life & everything in you're videos 🙏🏼
Your living a dream Sir. Keep the faith and keep doing what your doing. Be safe and stay well.
Was momma and the girls ready for some ac and hot showers when they got back off the island camping?
We have these on our island. They are a delicacy on our island. The largest ever I've seen was around 7.2kg or 15.87lb. Very tasty 🤙 My home is Niue in the south Pacific
Holy crap
I was in Niue for almost year back 04-05 lots of unga there
Haven't had uga for ages 🇳🇺🇳🇺
Thats,,right bruzz Uga,,everywhere.... In niue... Yum yum yum??? Wiff talo n pololuku... Yeahaaaaaaa.... Niue,4ever...
Good day , do you have contacts involving COCONUT crabs on your island?
Thank you for the experience I may never get to go on. The scenery from the balcony was beautiful ❤❤❤
I would like to give 10000likes cause I've never seen a coconut crab that is so awesome. The strength of one is amazing. IT'S THE OLD BAY BABA!!! THANKS FOR THIS AMAZING VIDEO
Oh man, seeing you share some of that grub with some of the staff warmed my heart 😭❤
Robert!!! I can't believe you were on my side of the world again! Always giving the locals the props and recognition. You are a local boy at heart. (watch out, Guam's got some SERIOUS positive numbers the past few days - in case you come through this way). God bless, and be safe!
remember watching this during COVID lockdown. good entertainment.
I love watching all the fishing KZheadrs who use Old Bay for cooking! All from us in MD!! 👌
So enjoy this video. Wonderful dish__ KEEP IT COMING 🙌🏻👊🏽
Rob dude you have a great heart man u almost had me in tear when you let her shout out to her family she seemed so happy 👍🏿
“This is a wild coconut crab.” Domesticated coconut crab farms have a future some where.
I think there should be coconut crab crab farms for ppl that eat them. I think the wild Coconut crabs should be left alone.
@@corlenajames1381 watch one kill a live bird and you'll change your mind
@@Eric-zs6rd it's a haunting sight for sure
1990 I was stationed in Guam and we used to go out coconut crab hunting and you’re right it is epic to do stuff like that
Watching this feels like a whole different Planet. Thanks for sharing Brother.
I'm one of your biggest fan here in the Philippines.!! Your were awesome. God blessed to you and your family.!!
Yess Sir... When this pandemic ends were waiting for you here in the philippines.. good job ma'am christine.. pride of the Filipino....!! 👍👍
My goodness this is BEAUTIFUL. This is what life is all about ♥️
One of the best guys doing this kinda content 👌 superb and a great heart
"They have these huge whiskers that they CLEARLY use ... for whatever reason. I don't know!" Priceless! Add "educational" to the multitude of reasons I like DMFD. LOL!
Always interesting to see how indigenous populations make animal calls. Sometimes they are the same on opposite sides of the world. Fascinating. Love the colors on all of those Crabs. Even the deep blues and purples on those coconut Crabs. Also, sick fade, Rob!
Living the dream man. You always inspire me to strive for it.
What a good man serving the ones who served him! I love the way you treat others around you so loving and caring in all your videos! What a great person to be! Strive to be like Jesus y’all!
Thanks for sharing your once in a lifetime experience. Although we live here in the Marianas, some of us have never been this close to the islands. Definitely always awesome watching your vids. Best shotgun view ever. You are doing amazing things sharing it with your family and most especially the world about the beauty of our islands. Thank you and stay blessed brother. Enjoy your awesome journey in the beautiful CNMI 🇲🇵 ❤🙏
You know those crabs are the real deal, first tim I've seen Robert even hesitate to grab something! Love your channel!
Yessirrrrr🔥 As a man who crabs out of the bay itself, I thank you for paying respects to the best seasoning known to man
I’m from the island of Guam, thank you for your videos! Reminds me so much of home. Much appreciated!
They’re probably the worlds largest because the island is so remote lol
Huh
Well yeah you take a creature isolate it and give it an abundance of its food source ofc it’s gonna adapt and get bigger or smaller depends on what food supply you give it, it’s called natural selection
Chicken Lips I know. I was trying to convey a sense of sarcasm through what I said and Insinuating what you said
Aleesa Barker stop chanting
You have a very good point!!!!!!! When I was young on tour in Philippines. A PLACE not far from Manila.,i almost shit my pants a coconut crab was on a tree and it had a huge arm .my guides laughed at me . But it was delious
That trip his insane to watch is the best outdoors show i ever watch and the dmfd catch clean and cook is like the best think on KZhead
Finally I have seen someone do this as I did. I was station on Guam and they are sweet and delicious with Old Bay steaming. Great episode. Love the fried rice dish as well!
I love watching your contents. It’s like I’m part of your crew when you go places and eat stuff we can’t find in groceries! Big fan here from the Philippines.