Steve Irwin Faces A Massive Saltwater Crocodile In Australia | Crocs Down Under | Real Wild

The Australian Saltwater crocodile is the world's largest terrestrial carnivore growing up to 6 metres in length and weighing up to 1000 kilos. Intrepid natural historian and real-life Crocodile Dundee Steve Irwin, journeys to Australia's far north to try and capture a nuisance crocodile and teach it a lesson before releasing it back into the wild. Set against the colorful backdrop of Australia's Top End, this film shows that these often ferocious man-eaters have a gentler side that make them caring lovers and devoted parents.

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[Theprettycutiechibi]

This man single handedly raised a generation of children to love animals… 😔 rip to a legend

[collinwatts]

What a guy. He even designed the trap specifically so that it wouldn’t hurt the croc. Just a great human being through and through.

[GrammyTweety]

It would good to put his shows back on tv...they are great to teach kids about the importance of all animals.

[gully]

Lord, I sure miss this man. His zest for life brings so much joy. We are blessed that he and his adventures were immortalized in film.

[darklegion]

I Went to the zoo with my family a long time ago and got toured by the man himself. Still have his photo on my desk. Rip steve irwin.

[mrlovebone]

“I’m here to help the humans and protect the crocodiles” this man gets it.

[DHT]

Didn’t realize how much I missed Steve’s voice/narration/commentary. Hearing his voice for the first time in years, brought me back, like a old familiar scent. Such Nostalgia .
Loved this guy✊

[Thani]

This is the first time I’ve heard or saw him in a few years, and my god does this bring back a smile to my face.
Rip legend, truly one of the all time greats.

[aludamin]

Remember when animal planet actually used to play stuff like this?

[jacobcottom]

This is why PETA has no room to shit on Steve. The man not only bought up land to allow for conservation of troubled salties, but he also understood upsetting the balance of the ecosystem if he were to remove the alpha so he opted to use negative reenforcement to teach the salty to stay away from boats so that he can be allowed to stay in his natural habitat. On top of that, all of his methods were humane. He used wooden stakes so that the croc wouldn't injure himself when it thrashes. The only bait he used was an invasive species of wild pig that harrasses these crocs' nests. He didn't sedate the salty because of the potential dangers to the croc's life. He used biodegradable hempen string and rope on the traps so that they can be left there to decompose naturally. He cared for the alpha so as to not cause serious stress and kept him cool and hydrated. He immediately released the female croc so that she wouldn't become too stressed. PETA, an organization that just euthanizes 95.5% of the animals it "rescues" is not even close to the level of animal care and conservation efforts that Steve and the Irwins are on.

[dasmole]

Steve Irwin was the "Hold my beer" guy of the nature science world

[alunoodalmheiri]

Imagine taking the time and effort to “educate” a crocodile on how to coexist with humans. What a legend Steve was!!
RIP!

[bravocrimson]

"I'm here to help teach the humans and help the crocodile."

Hear that @Peta

[jad]

To me, this is pure art, no drama, no cowardice, just pure education on how the wildlife can be both beautiful and terrifying.

[Sam-mnvl]

You can never get bored of his voice! I could listen to him all day.

[Jakko]

The man was honesty a real life Tarzan. The way how he glided through the water like one of the crocs was amazing. And the way how he says things with such confidence and composure but still makes sure to check his team is ok, and that the croc isn’t getting hurt is why he was and still is the best!

[rgzrgz]

Steve has the look in his eyes of true love and passion for what he does, its unmistakable

[seymourbuttz]

Can we just talk about how Steve uses a natural wood barrier so the croc won't hurt himself?

[keithdoyle]

am I the only one who rewatches these things because no one comes as close as steve the legend

[nthnglsn]

I don't think anyone can say they don't like or love Steve. He is legendary