While diving during filming an underwater documentary off the coast of Australia, Steve Irwin, known worldwide as the 'Crocodile Hunter' was stung in the chest by a sting ray Monday morning which has been reported to have penetrated the his heart.
Steve was Director of the Australian Zoo in Beerwah, Queensland, Australia. and is survived by his American born wife Terry, who has been notified while filming in another location and his daughter Bindi Sue (born July 24, 1998) and a son, Robert Clarence Irwin (born Dec 1, 2003 He has appear on many film documentaries about wildlife in and around Australia and also on the famous Crocodile Hunter TV program . .
According to medical personnel on the scene, he was killed on the reef area off Port Douglas, north of Cairns and this has been confirmed by Ambulance drivers who were called to the scene and the Queensland Police Department.
Steve was born in Melbourne and moved to Queensland where his parents ran a small reptile farm that he later took it over in 1991 and developed into the Australia Zoo. He met and married his wife Terri a year later at the same location and began their television series with their wedding and honeymoon
Reptile Rooms mourns the passing of a great herpetologist and person, who contributed greatly to a better understand around the world of reptiles and their uniqueness, and our deepest sympathy to his family.
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by ludothegreat on Sep 04, 2006 - 02:38 AM
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This is one of the saddest things I have heard in a long time. He did so much for the animals and environment. I really wish his family well and hope we see more from terri, bindi, and robert in the future. R.I.P. Steve Irwin
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by CheriS(cheri@reptilerooms.com)
on Sep 04, 2006 - 03:00 AM
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Reptiles have lost their biggest advocate ever. He did more to enlighten people about reptiles and expecially bring chikdren to an understanding and appreciation of them, than anyone.
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by sezza on Sep 04, 2006 - 08:02 AM
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So so sad, my thoughts are with his family and friends, RIP Steve alot of people will never forget.
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by Katt(alicia@reptilerooms.com)
on Sep 04, 2006 - 09:07 AM
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I can only wish his family with the best of luck and hope that they find they're way to this site to see how we care. Rest in peace my friend.
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by LeoLover74 on Sep 04, 2006 - 09:21 AM
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I am so saddened by this. Steve was an enourmous person with a true passion for these reptiles. My heart and prayers go out to his family, his friends, and the zoo for their loss. This really puts things in perspective.
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by The_Royal_Family on Sep 04, 2006 - 09:23 AM
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A great man. He will be missed.
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by iNs0mNiAc on Sep 04, 2006 - 12:37 PM
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I really cant believe it. its just like, no way, not steve, its a very sad day for not only austrailians, but people world wide, steve irwin was a pure legend!but atleast he went doing something he enjoyed! my heart goes to his family and friends!
Adam
I had heard about this only an hour after it was reported, and I have been terribly upset since. He was truly the one of the most amazing men on this planet, and my role model. My only consolation is that he died doing what he loved, working with animals, which is the one thing one could hope for. He will truly be missed. RIP Steve Irwin. Thank you for teaching the world so much...
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by staceface on Sep 04, 2006 - 04:12 PM
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im devastated about this, RIP steve. my heart goes out to all his family and friends.
Steve Irwin was and always will be my hero. I will never forget him. Rest in peace.
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by slitheringin on Sep 04, 2006 - 09:44 PM
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He always said a croc would get him. So ironic. His huge personality, his convictions, and his big, big smile will always be missed. I can only imagine the shock and sadness his family and friends are feeling. Rest in Peace Steve. Our hearts and prayers are with you and your loved ones.
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by BlueIggy on Sep 05, 2006 - 01:00 AM
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I read the news of his death on AOL this morning and was shocked. Just couldn't believe it. I've always admired his work. I've been watching his shows since the early days.
A tribute to Steve Irwin has been showing on Animal Planet today.
My heart goes out to his family.
You will be missed Steve! R.I.P. :(
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by thepogona on Sep 05, 2006 - 10:41 PM
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It just doesn't seem possible. Someone who was so dedicated and loved animals more than anything else died so abruptly. It's sad, and my deepest sympanthies go out to his family... R.I.P. Steve.
He was a great man. He risked his life by saving animals. R.I.P May his spirit live on for ever. He was the greatest person to watch catch crocidles and other animals.
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by brandon1230 on Sep 16, 2006 - 08:45 PM
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i watched him when i was a kid he was the best.i hope he's up there with all of the crocs
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by LdyLizardLrd on Sep 16, 2006 - 09:41 PM
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Steve's death is such a tragic loss.........I am numbed by the reality of it still. I don't believe I've ever seen anyone with the level of passion and sincerity (for anything) as he displayed for for wildlife. He was absolutely a champion in his conservation efforts. I, along with countless others, will miss you Steve.....you were truly one of a kind.
While diving during filming an underwater documentary off the coast of Australia, Steve Irwin, known worldwide as the 'Crocodile Hunter' was stung in the chest by a sting ray Monday morning which has been reported to have penetrated the his heart.