She may have lost her dad in a tragic accident in 2006 but Bindi Irwin is continuing to spread her father Steve's message across the world.
Australian wildlife expert, television personality, and conservationist Steve Irwin shot to fame through his television series
The Crocodile Hunter but died aged just 44 after being pierced in the chest by a stingray while shooting an underwater documentary. Now, fifteen-year-old Bindi is following in his footsteps and this week spoke to
Star Magazine about life seven years after her father's death.
“I have so many amazing memories of my dad. One that stands out is the first time he let me jump on the head of a crocodile, when I was 8 years old! On our annual crocodile research trips, we have to hold them down in order to attach a tracking device before they’re released. The first time is a memory that will live with me forever.”
She also committed to continuing her wildlife conservation work in the future, alongside other projects as a television presenter, actress and singer.
“I’ve dedicated by life to spreading his message of wildlife conservation to as many people as possible. And our film work will carry it on to future generations," she explained.
“As I get older, I’d like to tackle bigger issues facing our world today, like human overpopulation and the non-consumptive use of wildlife. If we don’t stop talking about them, there will never be positive change."
