Massive news coming out of the Great Barrier Reef about Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin being killed after being stung by a stringray.  According to the SMH.com.au breaking news site….

Television personality and environmentalist Steve Irwin has died after being stung by a stingray while filming off north Queensland.

Known worldwide as the Crocodile Hunter, the 44-year-old was famous for his enthusiasm for wildlife and his catchcry “Crikey!”.

The Queensland Police Service issued a statement saying Mr Irwin collapsed after being stung at Batt Reef, Low Isles off Port Douglas about 11am. He had been filming a documentary.

“Steve was hit by a stingray in the chest,” said local diving operator Steve Edmondson, whose Poseidon boats were out on the Great Barrier Reef when the accident occured.

Steve Irwin was passionate about the environment and about educating people about the natural world.  Whether or not you liked his approach, the world has lost a great educator who brought awareness to the world of animals.

RIP, Steve Irwin.  And condolence to his family and friends.

(Thanks to Cameron Reilly for the tip-off)

Steve Irwin killed by stingray - National - smh.com.au.

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