Late last year, the international community mourned the premature loss of animal expert and conservationist Steve Irwin, "The Crocodile Hunter." The world was stunned and the outpouring of condolences was immeasurable. Irwin touched so many lives — adults and children alike — and his impact on conservation efforts worldwide will last for years to come.
Fans can both marvel at the premiere of Steve Irwin's last television project, Ocean's Deadliest, and reflect on his legacy with the Steve Irwin Tribute. The two-hour television event will be broadcast simultaneously on the Discovery Channel and Animal Planet.
Beginning the evening of programming is
Steve Irwin's last documentary,
Ocean's Deadliest. Lurking only a few feet below the surface of eastern Australia's crystalline ocean are some of the most dangerous animals on the planet. For thousands of years, venomous snakes, saltwater crocodiles and immense sharks have patrolled these waters. Now, in the hope of studying nature's most dangerous creations, two adventurers of legendary reputation and pedigree embark on an epic mission that requires leadership of an experienced, knowledgeable and fearless crew.
Irwin is joined by explorer and adventurer
Philippe Cousteau, grandson of the famous oceanographer Jacques Cousteau, in
Ocean's Deadliest as they explore the waters between Australia's Gold Coast and the Great Barrier Reef. Throughout this expedition, Philippe and Steve come face to face with venomous fish, huge great white sharks and amazing saltwater crocodiles as they search for the region's most dangerous animal.
Along the way, they will meet the scientific experts who work with these creatures on a regular basis, learning the reason why they have evolved with such dangerous defenses and also learning that, in truth, they fill a role in the overall ecosystem that is vital and cannot be overlooked.
Their adventure features amazing and breathtaking moments, including subduing a giant croc in order to attach a satellite tracking device; observing the feeding behavior of the great white shark while safely tucked away inside a dive cage and working with the Australian experts who capture deadly sea snakes in order to supply anti-venom to the rest of the world. Cousteau, who was aboard
Croc One with Irwin during the expedition when he was struck and killed by a stingray, narrates the 90-minute documentary.
Remember The Crocodile Hunter at the Steve Irwin Memorial site.
