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On September 4, 2006, a wonderful animal conservationist died while filming a documentary called “Ocean’s Deadliest.” He was labeled as the crocodile hunter and rescued many animals other than just crocodiles. This man was Steve Irwin, and his daughter, Bindi, has grown up under his influence. Some philosophies of Steve Irwin’s life that Bindi is taking throughout her own include: to do everything she can with her life and always show care and compassion towards other creatures. Bindi has always shown a love for animals that have come through her father. The Irwin family lives and works at the Australia Zoo. Seeing her father’s kind and gentle care for animals inspired Bindi to be just like her father. She shows this as well through
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