Pet Rocks and the April Fool's Special

This video humorously introduces a special edition of Rocks Box, claiming to have found the original source vein for pet rocks, Saxulum petrum. It provides tips on handling these wild rocks, creating a suitable home environment, and warns about mixing them with domesticated rocks. The video concludes by revealing the content as an April Fool's joke and promotes a pet rock sticker available at the SciShow merch store.

What makes this month's Rocks Box special?

• It includes a rare gemstone.

• It features the original source vein for pet rocks.

• It has a new type of mineral.

• It comes with a free subscription.

What is the scientific name for pet rocks?

• Saxulum petrum

• Saxulum familiaris

• Saxulum domesticus

• Saxulum wildus

Why should new pet rocks be quarantined before housing with domesticated rocks?

• To prevent them from escaping.

• To allow them to acclimate to the new environment.

• To ensure they are not carrying diseases.

• To avoid unexpected pebbles.

What is one way to make a pet rock's nest comfortable?

• Include a sandy corner.

• Provide a water bowl.

• Add a small heater.

• Use a wooden box.

What do pet rocks prefer in their environment?

• A constant temperature.

• A mix of sunny and shady areas.

• A noisy background.

• A high humidity level.

What is the lifespan of a pet rock?

• 10 years

• Possibly forever

• 100 years

• 50 years

What was the true nature of the pet rock segment?

• A historical documentary.

• A serious scientific discovery.

• An April Fool's joke.

• A new product launch.

What can you purchase related to the pet rock joke?

• A pet rock care guide.

• A pet rock sticker.

• A real pet rock.

• A pet rock habitat.

What can you do with the pet rock sticker?

• Exchange it for a real pet rock.

• Use it as a bookmark.

• Send pictures of it to SciShow.

• Use it to decorate your phone.

What should viewers do after watching the pet rock video?

• Check back for the actual Rocks Box video.

• Purchase a real pet rock.

• Subscribe to the channel.

• Share the video with friends.