Steve never preached to others to do what he was doing, and instead chose to be a role model by sharing his excitement about the natural world. He worked on many documentaries and TV programs, including The Crocodile Hunter, Croc Files, The Crocodile Hunter Diaries, New Breed Vets, and more. He worked diligently in creating awareness about the importance of protecting and preserving nature and all the species of plants and animals that exist. He became the darling of many due to his candour, energetic presenting style, his love for the most ferocious of animals, his signature khaki shorts, and of course his catch phrase, “Crikey”!Īlong with his wife Terri, he owned and operated the Australia Zoo and inspired millions around the world when it came to wildlife conservation. Steve received international attention and soon stardom with the premiere of the first installment of The Crocodile Hunter, in 1996. Steve became established as one of the most successful participants in this government -sponsored program, safely catching and relocating dozens of crocs in the most humane (and non-tranquilizing) manner. He soon became an expert on reptiles and associated himself with the Queensland government in the country’s Crocodile Relocation Program. Watch this video to see how Steve worked with the crocs! So it wasn’t really a surprise when at the age of 9, Steve began handling crocodiles. While growing up on the Queensland Reptile and Fauna Park, his father taught him about reptiles, and also guided him on caring for animals, feeding them and getting to understand them better. “I have no fear of losing my life – if I have to save a koala or a crocodile or a kangaroo or a snake, mate, I will save it.” – Steve Irwin Steve Irwinīorn on 22 nd February, 1962 to nature lovers and animal naturalists, Lyn and Bob Irwin, Steve Irwin spent his entire life living and working for and with animals.
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