Steve Irwin, World famous Australian “Crocodile Hunter.”(wiki, age, Bio and more facts )

Here brings about Steve Irwin, well known as “The Crocodile Hunter,” who grievously died after being stabbed in his chest by a stingray.

Who is Steve Irwin?

Steve Irwin, in full- Stephen Robert Irwin is an Australian zookeeper. He was born to Bob Irwin(father) and Lyn Hakainsson(mother) on 22nd February 1962 in Upper Ferntree Gully, Victoria. He grew up loving wildlife, especially crocodiles and other reptiles.

Steve Irwin’s wife and his family

On 4th June 1992, Irwin married Terri Raines. Rather than going on a honeymoon, they went to film a wildlife documentary. It succeeded after and became the series “The Crocodile Hunter.“ Irwin hosted it, reaching 500 million people in over 130 countries. They had two children, Robert and Bindi.

After “The Crocodile Hunter,” he went on more documentaries such as “Croc Files,” “The Crocodile Hunter Diaries,” and “New Breed Vets.” Additionally, he presented “The Ten Deadliest Snakes in the world,” appeared on some episodes of “The Tonight Show with Jay Leno” and in a part of the film “Dr. Dolittle 2” etc

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Steve Irwin’s zoo and his service

In 1970, his parents opened “Beerwah Reptile Park,” which was his home, and he grew up with this wildlife. In 1980, the park was renamed “Queensland Reptile and Fauna Park.” Steve took over managing the park on 4th October 1991. After marrying Terri, Irwin worked with her to develop the park. In 1998, it was renamed “Australia Zoo.” Their vision was to make the world’s best zoo, and now it’s a member of The Zoo and Aquarium Association (ZAA) and owned by Terri.

From childhood, he was developing his skills in crocodile catching and management techniques used by present crocodilians worldwide. He eventually got the reputation of “Australia’s top Croc catcher.” Additionally, he founded “Wildlife Warriors Worldwide” to promote wildlife conservation and education. He showed the importance of protecting threatened and endangered species and created breeding and rescue programs.

The cause of his death in 2006 was a shock for his fans, media, and government. Several parks, zoos, and streets were named “MY Steve Irwin,” a snail species as “Crikey Steveirwini”, and an asteroid as “57567 Crikey” named in his honor. On 20th September, Russell Crowe introduced a public memorial service held at Australia Zoo.

Steve Irwin’s net worth at death

As a presenter, zoologist, naturalist, actor, TV personality, and conservationist, Steve Irwin owns a net worth of $10 million at death. Bindi and Robert’s total net worth is $6 million at present.

Steve Irwin’s death

On 4th September 2006, while filming a documentary in the Great Barrier Reef, Australia, Irwin died from a stingray attack. However, the tragic moment was recorded, but it was not released due to his wife- Terri’s request. According to the words of cameraman- Justin Lyons, Irwin’s last words before he died was, “I’m dying.” He was 44 years old when he died.

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