Hunter searches for viewer acceptance for tail of crocodile
by Nick Nance, managing editor

    More accustomed to fighting crocodiles in Australia, Steve Irwin attacked the asphalt jungle of the Metroplex recently.

   With infectious enthusiasm, he visited Dallas-Fort Worth to promote his new movie Crocodile Hunter: Collision Course.

   Irwin and his wife Terri, extremely popular wildlife experts, arrived prepared to discuss their lives, love for animals and everything between.

   The couple began by explaining the complexities of the filming process of their movie that began early in 2000.

   According to Terri Irwin “working with 150 people” was the most difficult thing about making their new movie. Making the TV show usually only involves four to six people and getting that many people working toward the same goal was “a huge challenge,” she said.

   Steve Irwin also told how they would rescue joeys (baby Kangaroos) and raise them to be released. Irwin attributed the love of animal rescue to his parents because as a child his parents exposed him to the rescue process.

   Their next big project will involve rescuing Sumerian elephants. The couple plans to build a 251-acre refuge suited for these animals.

   Operating on the belief that all wildlife should be admired, Irwin emphasized that all people should limit their contact with wild animals. Anyone coming across any type of animal should let skilled professionals handle him or her.

   “Admire them from a distance” he said, “They are all beautiful creatures and should be enjoyed by everyone.”