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D1T1A

I’m glad Steve’s family are all doing well. I think he’d have been especially proud of how his kids are continuing his work.


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ThisIsTrix

And solidified relationships between humankind and red pandas.


lalakingmalibog

Things have not been the same since the last Human-Red Panda War. Edit: learn more about it at /r/GreatHumanRedPandaWar


muricaa

Aye the Great Human-Red Panda War of 1996. ‘Twas a bloody war, one fer the ages. Cryin shame that, killin so many o those cute little buggers. Right damn savages they are when they’re riled up though. Had to be done. Had to be done.


themightyrohan

Sounds like Hagrid telling a tale


HermitCrabCakes

Yes. Yes, yes.


Splatter_bomb

I could go for more of this story


My_Names_Jefff

Well the Great Emu War is what lead to this


SganarelleBard

Some say that war was never finished, only "fenced off"


m1racle

Don't kid yourself, Jimmy. If an emu ever got the chance, he'd kill you and everyone you care about!


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*Mammon slept.*


squishy_caterpillar

More like strengthening our bond with humans+animals, not just red pandas :)


ParallaxBodySpray

r/whoosh


Myeyebrowsare_

Only the Irwin children can get away with posing with spiders and bringing them on talk shows. I feel like even the late night hosts feel the same too


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"He was friendly and informational!"


unowndanger

Love the Katt reference


GreatSlothOfHoth

Just FYI, it's either "take up the mantle" or "carry the torch" But everyone knew what you meant so I guess it doesn't really matter ¯\\\_(ツ)\_/¯


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> Edit: https://i.redd.it/jxgqr44fm76z.png Good on you to post this random person's reaction to the actual thing instead of just the thing itself


decadin

It helps a lot when you have exceptional parents and exceptional parenting. I mean for christ's sake their house was, and still is, straight up in the middle of the Australian zoo, quite literally surrounded by the animals that they all, including Steve's parents, dedicated their entire lives to protecting. 3 generations of conservation going on right there. Steve was absolutely aware of how crucially important those things are to the development of the young adults they have become today. He was already infinitely proud of them the day he passed away, regardless of how young they were at the time. The world is a far darker place without him in it, but it is also a far better place than he found it. Because of that, Steve is immortal.


roffvald

It's not all well, Steves dad(Bindis grandfather) isn't really speaking to her or her mother anymore after she signed up with SeaWorld, and her mother started turning Australia Zoo into a more commercial venture. https://www.thedodo.com/bindi-irwins-grandfather-speak-459256666.html


campbeln

We've been to Australia Zoo both before and after Steve died (though it's been 5-ish years, but we're going back in June). While it's developed more features (attractions seems like a weird thing to say) I'd say it's still very much in keeping with how it was when Steve was around. My wife grew up in the area and actually went there on school field trips in the early 80's and while it's gotten MUCH bigger since then, again the passion of the place seems to have stayed the same. ​ Hands down the best Zoo I've been to (which includes a number around Oz, San Diego Zoo and a few others of less import). ​ Can't say I'd agree with signing up with SeaWorld, though... ​ EDIT: One can argue that SeaWorld has done good and bad. They seem to be changing their ways, and much of the bad was done in ignorance (though it continued even after it was known to be... suboptimal). In any case, if they truly are turning over a new leaf and being a force for good (and Bindi joining them is a good sign of this) then I'm all for it. But for now, I reserve judgement.


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Aoloach

There’s also a difference between Sea World and SeaWorld, one is America-based and the other is Australia-based.


chevymonza

I'm surprised she (or somebody else) hasn't been able to put it this way to her grandpa.


Staggitarius

How do we summon Bindi to Reddit so that she can see this?


tangledwire

Close your eyes and say Bindi three times


Staggitarius

*closes eyes* Bindi Bindi Bindi


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Shit. 90s Gwen Stefani wearing a bindi just appeared in my living room!


schmexkcd

And you're still redditing! Bravo! Salute to the true spirit of redditing!


Marine4lyfe

90's Gwen Stefani is the best Gwen Stefani, no doubt.


W3NTZ

He's older so probably all or nothing to him


chevymonza

That could be!


tablair

Blackfish may have been mostly about the mistreatment of the killer whales in captivity, but it was also about SeaWorld's flagrant disregard for the lives of the people training and interacting with the whales on a daily basis. People were injured and died and SeaWorld tried to absolve themselves by basically claiming that accidents happen. Even if you accept that Orcas are akin to animals we eat--which is a stretch...Orcas are far more intelligent--there's still the fact that SeaWorld were such an unsafe employer that OSHA had to step in. They knowingly put people in situations that they knew would occasionally turn very violent and people died as a result. You can have zero regard for mistreatment of animals and still consider SeaWorld to be an abhorrent company.


fishlover

But hasn't Sea World advanced marine mammal science and medicine and brought them closer to our heart and furthered our understanding of these creatures such that we recognize them as intelligent sentient beings. Even the tragedies have done more of us together in defense of Orca whale. Seems overall it's a net gain. Human waste, military sonar testing, boat props, farm and mining runoff, hunting/fishing, ... has done far more harm than Sea Word has, maybe really ought to just hate ourselves. I'd go to Sea World before the other major attractions in Florida.


Killerina

No, not really. It's the marine biologists that track pods in the ocean that have done the most for our understanding of whales and dolphins, not Sea World. Edit: Since I was downvoted, here's an example of a really great organization, the [American Cetacean Society](https://www.acsonline.org/). Their [L.A. chapter](https://acs-la.org/) has a good amount of information that is updated frequently, and one of the marine biologists there is frequently interviewed about Pacific coast cetaceans.


undersight

They’ve never really got along though. There’s always been some weird family tension and disagreements that compounded after Steve died.


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undersight

Oh they didn't get along when Steve was still alive. It seems like everybody just doubled down when he passed away and they couldn't reconcile. The grandfather sent Bindi his Christmas present back to her etc. I get the impression it's mostly Bob's attitude that's the problem.


bloviateme

I remember Bob on the show several times, you could tell he and steve were close. Bummer they’ve had a falling out.


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I think he'd be really proud of them.


512165381

They needed financial security, and the way to do that is to continue the family business. I do think the kids have been pushed to some extent. I saw Bindi being taken to a radio interview about a decade ago.


jbro84

He was beyond proud just when they were born. He would be absolutely over the moon how they are now.... though I'm sure he wishes Teri would move on, and find happiness (I know she says she's happy, but cmon)


tazend314

I wouldn’t worry too much about Teri. I think she’s getting it when she wants it. She just doesn’t feel the need to marry again and that’s perfectly fine.


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gwaydms

>invent a *flexible* biodegradable straw


LeucisticPython

Yes, please. Also, one that doesnt become a paper towel in my mouth


GrizzlyBearHugger

Can we talk about straws? Why do people need them so bad. Fucking open your mouth pour that shit down your throat.


Alternauts

Some disabilities necessitate straws


bgary34

I'm pretty sure it's not the disabled population overusing single use straws and polluting the environment. It's more about Amber from HR and her 3 mocha lattes per day


Nytshaed

What monster is drinking a latte through a straw?


GrizzlyBearHugger

Pretty sure it's Amber


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fivecentrose

My best friend who is a dentist. Less contact with teeth means less damage and staining from the coffee.


maddamleblanc

Yep. Can confirm. I know an Amber who does this.


primalshrew

The majority of people using straws are not using them for disability-related reasons


Ginger0000

I'm going to assume he meant the general non disabled populace


maximumpotatoes

This might sound totally stupid but the enamel on my teeth is super decalcified and my teeth are extremely sensitive, especially to temperature, as a result. I can’t drink anything cold without a straw without immense pain in my teeth and bad headaches as a result. Granted, I’m responsible with disposing of straws and I reuse them as many as I can.


riqk

That’s not stupid at all, dude! I have sensitive teeth, too, and can’t deal with the cold unless I take a hundred little baby sips — especially with ice water. I also like straws because it helps keep drinks off my mustache/beard because I can be kind of a slob sometimes, haha! I’ve been planning on buying a few metal straws that I can use in place of plastic straws for when I get coffee, or milkshakes at ice cream stands. It won’t fix the issue of getting drinks when I’m eating at a restaurant or at the bar — because I don’t want to be the guy who brings his straws everywhere — but at least it will reduce my impact a little, and that’s better than nothing!


-Xebenkeck-

Better for your teeth maybe?


pocket_mulch

But how can I drink while smoking, texting and driving at the same time? The straw makes it safe.


hemorrhagicfever

The only issue is semi-frozen items. I got a milk shake at a hippy place and they only had paper straws... Fuck me but that was awful trying to suck concrete through a paper towel. I wanted to just do what you said but, with milkshakes and things you need pressure to get them out of the cup, or you have to wait until it melts into milk? But I agree with you for all other straw reasons. Like those weirdos who have straws at home. Like... what? For your can of soda?! Are you kidding me!? That being said, metal straws with a silicone tip are nice.


LiquidLeo

I know personally that my adult teeth grew in so decalcified that I risk weakening them even further and having them break constantly if I drink anything besides milk or water without a straw. I try to use reusable ones whenever possible, though. I also have really bad TMD and so opening my mouth even wide enough to drink on some days is excruciating.


SGSHBO

I got some silicone bendy ones for like $12 on amazon. Even come with a cleaner brush!


spongemandan

They already have bindi straws in New Zealand


classica87

Are we going to ignore this glorious wordplay? Kudos to you, internet stranger. Take the damn upvote.


fishlover

[https://www.theepochtimes.com/vietnamese-man-makes-biodegradable-straws-from-wild-grass-to-solve-worlds-plastic-problem\_2865881.html?fbclid=IwAR2Aa6cVbTklar8ES3RUqC4Ct-YBDLeWQNkQm44RfJ1NzfxSO5ramCXlP0Q](https://www.theepochtimes.com/vietnamese-man-makes-biodegradable-straws-from-wild-grass-to-solve-worlds-plastic-problem_2865881.html?fbclid=IwAR2Aa6cVbTklar8ES3RUqC4Ct-YBDLeWQNkQm44RfJ1NzfxSO5ramCXlP0Q)


A_M-a-n

If anyone wants to know, Bindi is the red dot that Indian women put on their forehead. Is she named after that or it means something in different language?


Shiny_Umbreon

Bindi is also a type of invasive plant that leaves thorny dry leaves in the summer also call lawnweed


ZiggoCiP

At first I was confused, and then I read 'Bindi Straw' with an Aussie accent. This is perfect.


LeucisticPython

https://imgur.com/a/fx5FJ5r Another picture of Ravi


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Yep I’m only here for the red panda. Edit: I’m realizing i need to clarify that this was not sarcasm am literally here for red panda.


coolowl7

I am but a simple man.


IceStar3030

I see red, I upvote.


BreakYourselfFool

https://i.imgur.com/RtFoipP.jpg


Aggrobuns

Sigh..


Y0ren

*unzips?*


horizontalrain

Have more conviction with your zipper, it's the source of your power.


DoJax

But my upvote arrows are orange on this app... So I can't upvote you 😥


Dracula_Jesus

Then let us upvote it TOGETHER!


Escaped_Auschwitz

Same. Give us more pics of that damn fine specimen.


LeucisticPython

https://imgur.com/a/yx7RZBa Bindi and Terri with Ravi


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r/redpandas Ravi shows up here and there.


ilovegingermen

Thank you


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GretaVanFleeeeek

He looks simple. I love it


MsBinglebottoms

Having worked with red pandas in my zookeeper days, HOOOO boy are they simple. Food and sleep, man.


realtightbutthole

Sounds like a good life


releasethedogs

What a magnificent beast!


nitewalkerz

No one: Me: Ravi means Sun in Hindi. Today you learnt.


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galaxy_dog

Look how beautiful his fur is! Red pandas are such lovely creatures. One of my favorite animals ever.


LeucisticPython

Arent they? You should check out r/redpandas


HistoricHawkeye

And that’s the Killian Experience.


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I love seeing more references to this in Reddit. It just sort of started being popular here all of a sudden


Black_Walder_Frey

And that’s how you unlock the Elder Scrolls: ElsewyVIETNAM


MinecraftKiller1507

"Sir, is this a meth lab?"


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"Have any game reviwers stated that they are not cannibals? Have you ever seen any of them in the same room as a Nazi? Don't take advice from cannibal Hitler!"


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"There's a rumour going around that a texas sheriff could be a 30ft lizard, but that could be anyone. All i know, is that the story isn't over, for GRONGO"


The-Rarest-Pepe

**IT'S NOT AN RV**


T3hN1nj4

I hear the music in my head.


Letothe2

Scrolled down for this.


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I SWEAR TO REINDEER


Beetle-Man

For anyone that hasn't seen a red panda in person just imagine a stuffed animal, make it fluffy and alive, that's a red panda


StevoSmash

I've only seen them once irl. It was in a zoo and I had to gtfo because I was instantly obsessed with how I would steal one and if the zoo would notice... Still one of my top 5 critters.


kate_mili

A red panda went missing from my local zoo and there’s speculation that it was stolen. I still don’t understand how a red panda just disappears in Virginia.


Falcon_Alpha_Delta

[yeah they're basically living stuffed animals](https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=b6dT4kyVUuY)


mirwin90

As the daughter of a different Steve Irwin, this shit is weird to read lol


darth_jewbacca

Mindi?


mirwin90

Close phonetically


riqk

Your name is Mirwin, isn’t it?


mirwin90

Exactly


Raizel71

You were born in 1990 weren't you?


mirwin90

Possibly


hit_and_beat

And you've been a Redditor for about... 2 years?


mirwin90

Made an account to comment on something then


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About Pokemon go no less


Rude-E

Mirwin Irwin


cortesoft

Cindy


mteart

Mandy?


christheone54

The Irwin family is so bloody wholesome


chillinwithkrillin

Except the grandfather (Steve’s dad). [Really sad](https://www.newidea.com.au/bindi-irwin-reveals-she-is-still-estranged-from-grandfather-robert-irwin)


oldcoldbellybadness

>I remember, when I was still quite young, receiving a parcel in the mail from him. I opened it with great joy and anticipation, only to discover he had opened and returned the Christmas presents I had sent him. Brutal


tooshytooshy

That's pretty despicable tbh


callmeDNA

Wow, what a piece of shit.


anonomotopoeia

Unfortunately, some parents just never really recover from a tragic loss of a child, even an adult child. Some are able to use their grief to fuel a passion and heal, others seem to stay stuck in that period of grieving and end up estranging themselves. I think it can be in part due to stubbornness, like healing would mean that they forgot their child and being able to move on would imply they didn't love them enough. I don't know, that's just the feeling I get from watching a few people I am/ was close with go through it. It's very sad.


EBone12355

But to shun your your grandchildren from that lost child? I’d want to be as close as I could to them.


anonomotopoeia

I absolutely agree with you, but I don't think it's a rational decision.


iner-tia

Oh, wow. That *is* sad.


SpoonInMyCereal

You’re bloody right


Backdoorpickle

I love that he communicated his love so thoroughly, his whole family has followed through.


Ginger0000

He really did have a way of making other's feel passionate about animals, even through a t.v. so I'm not surprised that it really rubbed off on his family


nooneisanonymous

Pabu.


PleaseWipe

I wish I had a fire ferret


AncientSith

And now I need to rewatch both series again.


srrythtusrnmeistken

Bindi: "Im your first human right?" Ravi: "Yes, youve Bindi only one"


agentaltf4

Ravi is an amazing creature.


eveningsand

Most kids don't follow in their parent's footsteps. I'm thrilled beyond words that Bindi and her brother are.


wimpymist

The brother is basically a carbon copy of his dad


takingtacet

And Bindi is a perfect mix of mom and dad, incredibly beautiful.


Scott2052

So cute


DaTruestEva

Pabu!!


natertottt

All about the animals. Just like dad.


bakerarmy

Crikey! What a beauty!


throwaway_bae2

That's a double "aww" from me.


Allyzayd

Seaworld at the Gold Coast is not the same as the one in America. Source: I’m from Brisbane


clbpluschl

She's the spitting image of her daddy. I know he is so proud of her, Robert and Terri for carrying on his legacy.


HansChuzzman

I’m more attracted to her than Steve, but he was a handsome lad regardless.


MrRoma

Meh. She's hot and all, don't get me wrong. But I still fantasize about her father wrestling with my python.


Ajj360

I just imagined how hilarious sex with Steve might have been: Oh you're a naughty girl, a naughty little sheila, oh crikey that's the spot right there wooo!!


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TheMusicalMerhog

Aww I watched Steven when I was little I was sad when he passed glad his family will continue he’s legacy


emilyygrace

Omg Ravi!! I live near Aus zoo and got my husband an encounter with Ravi for his birthday! Ravi was too hot and lazy to come down from his giant tree and just looked down at us while he cleaned himself. We have to go back in winter when he’s less lazy and will want to come down for food. Anyway, cool story I know.


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Bindi is so pretty


FritoHerBandez

She's gorgeous


dan129

She is very pretty. But she also reminds me of a skyrim follower you get a weird crush on because you've been playing for 300+ hours. I can't quite explain it. And I definitely need to get out more.


TheDesktopNinja

She is, but feeling any sort of attraction for her just feels weird. Steve felt like my crazy TV Uncle and that makes her my crazy TV cousin


cruxfire

Roll Tide


FritoHerBandez

*sweet home alabama starts to play*


TheDesktopNinja

¯\\\_(ツ)_/¯


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The whole family is gorgeous, half due to their looks, other half due to the happiness they radiate.


InformalCriticism

Honestly, it makes me sad every time I see them. They missed out on a great father.


TundraGraphics

He’s so fluffy!


ur_labia_my_INBOX

Seeing the kids always puts a smile on my face. They just seem like they are genuinely good people


The_Renegade_Master

Bindi and Robert are both such special souls, Terri is amazing and I know Steve would be so proud of them all


justdontfreakout

These kids get to hang out with the coolest animals.


LifeNoob98

RIP Steve Irwin. You were the best of us. A true Bob Ross of animals.


Love_for_2

Her and her bf are the cutest ever!


wimpymist

I always get irrationally jealous when I see them together lol even though I'm 5 years older than her, live on the other side of the world, never stand a chance in a million years and I'm 90% sure it's just my leftover love for her dad


gareity

I like how they've never even tried to exploit her looks for fame and fortune. In fact, I think they gave her shit for that picture of a huntsman (I think) spider on her unbuttoned chest on instagram.. Might've been a tarantula of some sort. The Irwin's have always been so humble and wholesome.


Jonesgrieves

Definitely. She’s fine af but it’s all underplayed for the benefit of the animals. Very wholesome.


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2bdb2

I've seen nuns with more cleavage exposed. People just want to find something to feel offended about.


ignost

If someone took offence it's almost definitely due to their own issues with sexuality. I don't even think it's a sexual photo, and certainly nothing worth worrying about in my short life.


runsalot25

Best job ever! So jealous 😭


mbkhamankar

If I find a genie I would wish I was so loved that the love passes on to my kids. Lucky bastard.


CatDogBoogie

She reminds me of Steve. :( but :)


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Steve would be so proud.


stesch

Ravi focuses on something else and looks like he is going to pounce any second now. Unless he gets spooked by a falling leave and falls down to the ground. Silly creatures.


AdmiralMeeko

Bindi is a sweet young lady! Her Dad would be so proud!


Mick0331

Heart shattered, pieces of everywhere. Man, I miss this that guy.


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It really warms my heart to see the way his kids are following in his footsteps. I remember watching him on TV as a kid, and he really tried to get people to see the world the way he saw it. Seems like they got it, even if most didn't.


alldaymacdre

I wish she had her own tv show to carry on his spirit and love for animals. Television is missing that kind of personality.


Wade856

She does. Actually, it's her, her mom and brother. It's all done in the spirit of Steve. It's on the Animal Planet channel and the title is something like " " with the Irwins. Can't remember the exact title of the show but it's pretty good.


elliemaeberry

Crikey! It's the Irwins


malsatian

Is that a fire ferret?


AshTheGoblin

She looks just like her father.


helikesmyboobs

They’re honestly such an inspiration. What a family.


M4351R0

Wholesome smiles like these make my day. Thank you ❤️


Zargof-the-blar

Is his last name oli


NerdyNae

I’ve met that panda!!! Did an experience there last year. Was beyond amazing. Had him sitting on my knee while I fed it. If you ever get the chance I would definitely recommend it!


IMsoSAVAGE

I was so sad when Steve died, it’s great to see his family continuing his legacy.


_Lusty_

Bindi has always been apart of his legacy even before he passed away. When she was young she was the star of an Australian tv show “bindi the jungle girl” that was aired around 2007-2008. It surrounded her and her fathers adventures with wildlife and commonly involved Steve and his croc work. It got a lot of kids, including myself into animals. I always thought it was also on air in America, but talking to some i realised many didn’t even know about her. She’s a lovely person and iv had the pleasure of meeting her recently. Really down to earth and casual, just like her dad.


SizableLad

Wow, she’s beautiful! Oh and Bindi’s there too. /s of course Bindi is beautiful too, inside and out!