09/04/2026
🦅 National Wildlife Day — In Memory of Steve Irwin 🐴
Today, September 4, is National Wildlife Day, a day that carries an especially meaningful connection to one of the greatest champions wildlife has ever had — Steve Irwin.
Twenty years ago today, the world lost Steve, but his passion for wildlife, conservation, and inspiring people to care about the creatures we share this planet with continues to live on.
As a wildlife photographer, some of my favorite moments happen quietly — watching a wild horse walk along the shoreline, catching the gaze of a fox, seeing a bird take flight, or simply being fortunate enough to witness an animal living completely wild and free.
In Steve’s memory, I’m sharing some of my favorite wildlife photographs I’ve captured over the years. Each one represents a moment I was privileged to witness and a reminder of why our wildlife and wild places are so worth protecting.
Steve once said, “My job, my mission, the reason I’ve been put onto this planet, is to save wildlife.”
What an incredible legacy to leave behind. ❤️
Here’s to the wild ones — may we always appreciate them, respect them, photograph them from a safe distance, and do everything we can to make sure they remain wild for generations to come.
In memory of Steve Irwin — February 22, 1962 – September 4, 2006. 🐊❤️