(Feb. 22, 1962 - Sept. 04, 2006) Steve Irwin, also known as the Crocodile Hunter, was an Australian naturalist, wildlife expert and television personality, best known for the television program "The Crocodile Hunter", an unconventional wildlife documentary series broadcast worldwide and co-hosted with his wife Terri. He was also owner and operator of Australia Zoo, in Beerwah, Queensland.