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Steve Irwin’s son Robert, 12, steals the show as he feeds his late-father’s favourite crocodile

The brave lad was celebrating Steve Irwin Day with his mother and sister at the family's zoo

STEVE Irwin’s son follows in his late-father’s footsteps by feeding a giant crocodile in front of a cheering crowd.

Robert, 12, fed raw meat to the hulking reptile named Monty – who was one of his dad’s favourite crocs.

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Robert Irwin feeds Monty the croc at an event celebrating his late-father SteveCredit: Coleman-Rayner
The 12-year-old, pictured here feeding the giant croc, clearly takes after his famous dadCredit: Coleman-Rayner
Robert handles a smaller reptile while entertaining the crowd at Australia Zoo in QueenslandCredit: Splash News
Father Steve Irwin pictured with Monty back in the 1990s

The event at the family’s Australia zoo in Queensland celebrated Steve Irwin Day and featured the legendary conservationist’s daughter Bindi, 18, and his widow Terri.

Known as the ‘The Crocodile Hunter’, Irwin tragically died after a stingray barb pierced his heart while he filmed a documentary in 2006.

On November 15 every year, Australians celebrate the beloved entertainer by donning his signature khaki outfit.

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The event at Australia Zoo – which was established in 1970 by Irwin’s parents – raises money for wildlife conservation work.

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about keeping  his father’s legacy alive.

He said: “'I'm keen to do everything he did.

Mum Terri, daughter Bindi and son Robert celebrate Steve Irwin Day at the family's zoo in QueenslandCredit: Coleman-Rayner
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Bindi also feeds the giant crocodile during the event which raises money for wildlife conservationCredit: Splash News
The family enjoy the fun filled day along with Bindi's boyfriend Chandler PowellCredit: Coleman-Rayner

“My dad was the original Wildlife Warrior.

"He was the most incredible wildlife conservationist and every single day we [his family] strive to continue his legacy.

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“We get to carry on where he left off,' adding that he's 'keen to do everything he did.”



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