This story is free to read because readers choose to support LAist. If you find value in independent local reporting, make a donation to power our newsroom today.
'Crocodile Hunter' Steve Irwin Killed by Stingray
Listen
0:00
Listen
Steve Irwin, the Australian conservationist turned TV personality, died Monday while filming off the coast of Australia.
The 44 year-old "Crocodile Hunter" was filming off the Great Barrier Reef when he swam too close to a stingray. Witnesses say the animal's barbed tail struck Irwin through his chest and into his heart.
Experts say it was a freak accident. Friends say Steve Irwin died doing what he loved.
Irwin was known for his boundless enthusiasm, as well as his tendency to get up close and personal with wildlife.
British Natural Historian David Bellamy, talks about the legacy of Steve Irwin.
Copyright 2022 NPR. To see more, visit https://www.npr.org. 9(MDA1OTI3MjQ5MDEyODUwMTE2MzM1YzNmZA004))
You come to LAist because you want independent reporting and trustworthy local information. Our newsroom doesn’t answer to shareholders looking to turn a profit. Instead, we answer to you and our connected community. We are free to tell the full truth, to hold power to account without fear or favor, and to follow facts wherever they lead. Our only loyalty is to our audiences and our mission: to inform, engage, and strengthen our community.
Right now, LAist has lost $1.7M in annual funding due to Congress clawing back money already approved. The support we receive from readers like you will determine how fully our newsroom can continue informing, serving, and strengthening Southern California.
If this story helped you today, please become a monthly member today to help sustain this mission. It just takes 1 minute to donate below.
Your tax-deductible donation keeps LAist independent and accessible to everyone.
Right now, LAist has lost $1.7M in annual funding due to Congress clawing back money already approved. The support we receive from readers like you will determine how fully our newsroom can continue informing, serving, and strengthening Southern California.
If this story helped you today, please become a monthly member today to help sustain this mission. It just takes 1 minute to donate below.
Your tax-deductible donation keeps LAist independent and accessible to everyone.
Senior Vice President News, Editor in Chief
