Stamps Pay Tribute to TV's "Crocodile Hunter"

Crikey! Australian conservationist Steve Irwin died tragically this week doing what he loved best, working to protect the dangerous animals of the world. While on the Great Barrier Reef filming a new television show, Ocean's Deadliest, Irwin's heart was pierced by the poisonous spine of a stingray in a freak accident as he swam with the animal.

Perhaps best known as television's "Crocodile Hunter," Irwin brought edge-of-your-seat excitement and suspense to the world of animal documentaries with his effervescent personality and mile-a-minute delivery. Safe in our living rooms, we watched as he tackled monster crocodiles and grabbed up poisonous snakes, gasping "crickey!" to signal every close call. A dedicated conservationist and recognized international reptile expert, Irwin operated a wildlife park for crocodiles and other Australian fauna.

The fearsome animals Irwin loved are commemorated on stamps available at County Stamp Center. The stamps shown above were issued by the Virgin Islands, but many others showing all manner of aquatic life are available. Just visit our website and enter crocodile or sea life into our unique search engine. For more information on the featured stamps, click the post title. County Stamp Center mourns the death of Steve Irwin. His unique presence will certainly be missed, but his legacy will carry on.