Robert Irwin recently introduced a new resident to Australia Zoo who is related to his late father Steve Irwin, the Crocodile Hunter.
The 19-year-old, who is the spitting image of his beloved father, explained in a viral TikTok video how this was “one of the most special moments ever” for the zoo and an emotional one for him.
Robert Irwin Introduces First Baby Turtle Elseya Irwin In Viral Video
Robert Irwin – TikTok
Robert documented Australia Zoo’s big moment on video and shared it to his TikTok page where more than 13 million people have seen it in just two days.
“This is one of the highlights of my life and one of the most special moments for Australia Zoo,” he said, holding a baby turtle in his hands.
“This is the first Elseya Irwin turtle ever to hatch for any zoological facility anywhere in the world. This species is a turtle that Dad originally found in the wild. And for the first time, we have a little baby.”
Robert Irwin – TikTok
As Robert talks about the new addition, he holds him over his new pool so he can have his first swim. He then slowly lowered the baby turtle into the water and watched with emotion as it swam away.
“It was so surreal, and all the stories from Dad about how amazing and beautiful they were,” she continued. “I’m not very emotional. My father would be affected by that.”
@robertirwinWow. This is a special moment. I think Dad would be quite proud that we were the first people to successfully breed the turtles he found. A rare and unique species endangered in the wild has just been given a second chance.♬ original sound – Robert Irwin
The comments section was quickly filled with nearly 13,000 positive and emotional responses to the video from fans of the Irwin family.
“Your father is VERY INCREDIBLE with the very beautiful legacy that his family has passed on in his name. I choke up every time I see an old Steve Irwin movie,” wrote one. Another added, “Steve Irwin’s greatest legacy is his incredible children. They seem to have the same love and compassion for the world as he does. It’s beautiful.”
One follower spoke about the emotion behind the video saying, “’I’m not too emotional.’ I cry every single one of your videos.”
Another fan noted that Steve’s children are carrying on his legacy, “What Steve wants is for his children to understand his love for animals and conservation. Both of his children are doing what he dreamed of.”
One fan suggested a name for the newest addition to Australia Zoo writing, “Name him Steve.”
Robert Irwin Recently Introduced Another New Zoo Resident On TikTok
Robert Irwin – TikTok
A few weeks ago, Robert introduced another new resident to Australia Zoo in a viral video on TikTok. The introduction turned into a cute moment between Robert and his newest furry friend.
“It was quite an exciting day at Australia Zoo because, for the first time, we got quokkas!” he said as the super friendly quokka licked his face. “Isn’t this amazing? We have dreamed of quokkas for the longest time and now we can say we finally got them.”
@robertirwin Come meet the newest addition to our Australia Zoo animal family… quokkas!!♬ original sound – Robert Irwin
Over 32,000 comments quickly filled the comment section of the sweet video.
“I’ve never heard of a quokka. I have never seen a quokka. I can no longer live without quokka. I’ll take 9,” wrote one person jokingly. Another added, “Quokkas are friend-shaped.”
And, of course, many mentioned how Robert reminded them of his late father.
“It’s great to grow up watching your father and then see you maintain what he lived for,” wrote one viewer. Another added, “You can see his dad just through him! It was amazing to see.”
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