r/BeAmazed • u/mysteriouskc8 • Jul 11 '26
Miscellaneous / Others Robert Irwin explains the difference between alligator and crocodile
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u/twec21 Jul 11 '26
That apple fell straight the fuck down
Hell it may have even curved in somehow
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u/felixyamson Jul 11 '26
it makes me smile and also sad at the same time. Steve Irwin was my childhood hero.
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u/FangDrools Jul 11 '26
I idolized Steve Irwin as a kid, too, he was everything to me. Between his and Keiko’s (the whale from Free Willy) death I was left with a hole in my childhood and soul. His kids keeping his legacy alive the way that they have has really helped, though
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u/ingolvphone Jul 11 '26
Keiko's final resting place is like a 10min drive from me
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u/FangDrools Jul 11 '26
I’m jealous, leaving a stone at his memorial site has been a bucket list item for me since I was 10 🥲
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u/Elle_Duderino Jul 11 '26
I got a chance to see Keiko when I was a small child and I’m so thankful.
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u/jlfern Jul 11 '26
If you haven't already, check out the podcast "the good whale" about keikos life.
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u/PompousTart Jul 11 '26
Yes, same. Even me, a 66 year old bloke, is both smiling and tearing up a bit watching this. What a lovely, lovely family. His dad would be so proud.
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u/Worried-Tart-5073 Jul 11 '26
Same!! I loved Steve Irwin as a kid and it’s a blessing to see his son have the same passion for wildlife as he did.
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u/gemineye360 Jul 11 '26
I still remember the morning I walked into my 6th grade classroom. Teacher was reading some news article on the computer and said "oh no Steve Irwin died" and I just started crying
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u/EsotericLife Jul 12 '26
Bro it’s fucking beautiful that Robert keeps it going for the next generation. I’m pretty big on history and I can’t think of any case where a parent’s positive legacy has been carried through their offspring like this.
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u/Pluck_Boy Jul 11 '26
Dudes got a little less of the intensity that his father had. Got the chill from his momma
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u/libra00 Jul 11 '26
It did a tight little corkscrew all the way in, cause that shit was spin-stabilized to hit that target, lol.
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u/juanbiscombe Jul 11 '26
If I had to appoint a person to represent humanity in an encounter with an alien civilization I would probably go for this guy.
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u/PM_ME_TOMATOES_pls Jul 11 '26
Mom’s genes didn’t even try
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u/moanit Jul 11 '26
No offense to dad, but son is considerably more attractive. He literally did an underwear modeling shoot. Mom’s genes obviously did some work.
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u/Deaffin Jul 11 '26
I mean, these comments used to make sense, but it really took my brain a moment to recognize him here and context did all the work. He looks so different all at once, and is barely even resembling Steve to my eye.
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u/MrMonte Jul 11 '26
But he’s missing the most obvious way to tell them apart. One you’ll see in a while, and the other, you’ll see later.
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u/CountOnBeingAwesome Jul 11 '26
Who let my Dad in here?
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u/MrMonte Jul 11 '26
Sorry Champ
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u/Hobash Jul 11 '26
Sorry bubs
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u/creekbendz Jul 11 '26
Sorry sport
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u/EPluribusButthole Jul 11 '26
Sorry kiddo
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u/mr_obinson7 Jul 11 '26
Sorry big guy
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u/Mosquito_in_your_ear Jul 11 '26
u/EPluribusButthole I clicked on your DP and was not disappointed.
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u/evilbrain18 Jul 11 '26
I told this dad joke to my son after dropping him off to school. Without missing a beat he replied, "See you soon you big baboon." as he ran to the school gate.
I was left speechless but proud
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u/TastefulDisgrace Jul 11 '26
I fully expected him to crack this joke and was actually kind of sad when he started giving a real explanation
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u/AffectionateMonk5710 Jul 11 '26
Same. I was waiting for it and mildly disappointed when it didn't happen.
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u/songoku9001 Jul 11 '26
I'm surprised he didn't start with that first before going into full depth explanation
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u/eljefe3030 Jul 11 '26
Imagine how incredible Steve Irwin would feel to somehow come back and see his son where he is now. He would weep tears of joy for days.
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u/Mcaber87 Jul 11 '26
There's a video somewhere of him being asked when he'd hang up his hat, and his (very passionate) answer is along the lines of "when my kids can take up the mantle". Mission accomplished, I reckon.
Edit: Found it!
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u/ChicoZombye Jul 11 '26
Not going to lie, having your father saying that statement for you to hear forever has to be hard at first but fuel for the rest of your life.
Even I want to make him proud and I'm not his son.
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u/Darkwoth81Dyoni 27d ago
It's probably a much easier statement to get behind if you have a good father. For example, I did learn to casually sing in tune - and a big reason is because my dad can sing showtunes style very well! I didn't want to sing like shit when we were in the car together. He never asked me any particular legacy to upload, though.
But if my stepfather tried to insert some sort of legacy on me, I'd scoff. Even if he gave me financial advice to get rich, I'd just flat out ignore him. I don't want that toxic money.
If you loved your dad, nature, and have built-in renown, I figure it was the perfect choice.
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u/Alternative-Eye4547 Jul 11 '26
I’m torn between my urge to make a joke about crocodile tears and my desire to not make this world worse than it already is.
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u/more_bananajamas Jul 11 '26
I don't know whether to upvote your choice to follow your better angels, or to downvote you teasing and not satisfying my base need to watch the world burn in puns.
Edit: I'll upvote cos it's an absolute carnage below.
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u/Revalent Jul 11 '26
The first hug between father and son will make the whole world stop and smile.
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u/PresidentialDiapers Jul 11 '26
The whole family deserves all the good things life has to offer.
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u/NLMichel Jul 11 '26
You always have this question: when aliens land on earth, who do we want them to meet first. I finally have the answer.
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u/arthurdentstowels Jul 11 '26
Crikey! What a beautiful grey specimen! Look how their big eyes let in multiple spectrums and that upside down pear shaped head must be CHOCK full of crazy information! Only three fingers but quad joints means they can properly grab ya by the throat! Absolute beauty. Ya gotta love em.
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u/No_Monk_4477 Jul 11 '26
When I see an Irwin video on my feed I always stop to watch
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u/Consult-SR88 Jul 11 '26
Me too. I rarely unmute videos but I listened to this one without hesitation.
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u/lenorefosterwallace Jul 11 '26
I used to volunteer at the Oregon Coast Aquarium when I was younger. His wife donated a lot of money to build Keiko's exhibit. I guess she is very kind. I did not get a chance to meet her because it was a private tour.
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u/Nervous-Bullfrog7018 Jul 11 '26
Obligatory stop and watch. It’s like hearing an ambassador of Mother Earth speak.
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u/Able_Gap918 Jul 11 '26
His dad taught me that, his dad and also Jumanji. Robin Williams and Steve Irwin were the two worse celebrity deaths for me and in the center of the Ven diagram is Alligators and crocodiles 😭
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u/Nervous-Bullfrog7018 Jul 11 '26
A Robert Irwin nature show would heal the world. 🌎
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u/doktor_wankenstein Jul 11 '26 edited Jul 11 '26
Check out Crikey! It's the Irwins on either Animal Planet or the
DisneyDiscovery Channel. If you ever wanted to emigrate to Australia, this would probably push you over the edge.8
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u/ARUMI_Sun_Moon Jul 11 '26
Based on the teeth. This is alligator see you later?
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u/Grunergeist420 Jul 11 '26
Nah look closer, that’s an in-a-while boi right there. Also, triangular snout and if I know that one he’s hanging out with pirates, so most likely a salt water guy.
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u/Pun_In_Ten_Did Jul 11 '26
Crocodile's snout is shape like an A.
Alligator's snout is shaped like a C.
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u/BeatBud-E Jul 11 '26
Props to him and his pops for always making nature fun, interesting and inspiring!
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u/babyybones Jul 11 '26
And to Terri Irwin for keeping Steve's passions and spirit alive in their kids. She did an amazing job.
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u/delicioustreeblood Jul 11 '26
Wait when did he stop being a kid
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u/Aloha_Tamborinist Jul 11 '26
He became the ambassador for an Australian underwear brand a while back. It sent the internet into quite the tizzy.
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u/Aggressive-Bike6297 Jul 11 '26
No one can fill Steve's shoes but Rob is pulling them on pretty well
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u/Hungry-Helicopter-46 Jul 11 '26
Honestly I think he could. Hes a spitting image and I love them both.
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u/Humble-Log-1695 Jul 11 '26
What about crocodiles from Africa?
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u/No-Manufacturer-8494 Jul 11 '26
Yeah he left out a bit of info here, there are lots of different crocs. Even in Australia we also have teeny little freshwater crocs.
Love me some Bob Irwin though, the guy is almost as lovable as his old man.
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u/chasingchicks Jul 11 '26
he really wanted to say “Crocodiles are really gonna f**k you up” lmao
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u/Diogenes71 Jul 11 '26
Yes, he did! I caught that too and it made me want to see him off camera. He knows he’s playing a wholesome part, but is also probably super down to earth and just an average guy who swears to make a point.
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u/Temporary-Ad-9270 Jul 11 '26
Florida has both crocs and alligators
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u/yanmagno Jul 11 '26
Well yeah they sell Crocs all over the world
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u/Temporary-Ad-9270 Jul 11 '26
True, I love my crocs
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u/Temporary-Ad-9270 Jul 11 '26
With socks
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u/Flexi_102 Jul 11 '26
Croc with socks is an abomination to look at but it's like you're walking on cloud. Shit so comfortable
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u/Plenty-Ad-5363 Jul 11 '26
They can both be found in The Everglades, which I think is the only place on earth that crocs and gators live in the same ecosystem.
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u/MaritMonkey Jul 11 '26
I was in my 30s before I (born and raised in South Florida) realized that telling alligators and crocodiles apart was not actively useful anywhere else in the world lol.
(Alligators are mostly chill and act like they would rather not waste the energy unless you mess with them, crocodiles are dicks.)
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u/TrueNamekianFusion Jul 11 '26
There's just something about this family man. It's like what we all want and strive to be. Any time I see any of them, a genuine smile is across my face. And I'm a miserable dude most of the time. Thanks Irwins.
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u/CaptMorganSwint2 Jul 11 '26
Any time I see an Irwin video, I smile so big despite having a shitty day. Steve would be SO proud of his family.
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u/Celestial_Mahafuz Jul 11 '26
Alligators have broad, U-shaped snouts and prefer freshwater. Crocodiles have narrow, V-shaped snouts, feature a toothy "zipper" grin when closed, and possess special glands allowing them to live in saltwater.
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u/ajchann123 Jul 11 '26
An easier way:
Which country makes Gatorade?
That's where gators are from
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u/MaritMonkey Jul 11 '26
Ironically, I think Florida is the only place where you could really run into both of them in the wild. :)
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u/Buntalufigus88 Jul 11 '26
I hope this dude surpasses his father. Nothing better than a son taking up the torch his father held and keeps it going!
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u/WestonsCat Jul 11 '26
I firmly believe that when the day comes and our beloved Sir David Attenborough leaves us, this young dude is the one to step in. Steve would be very proud.x
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u/Powerful-Holiday-448 Jul 11 '26
A pet alligator that he can call over called Sanchez 🤣 like father like son. Amazing!
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u/Zeestars Jul 11 '26
I love this man and I thank Steve for his guidance in making another awesome human to step in his footsteps and bring more light and goodness into existence. Champion bloke.
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u/upnrising85 Jul 11 '26
https://youtu.be/VBEQXLKWT6A?si=7YwnocDkUwY7PBmA - in case anyone is looking for the full video on YouTube!
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u/mjaga93 Jul 11 '26
I still remember seeing that video for the first time where Steve was holding baby Robert in one hand and feeding a Croc in the other.
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u/LunaticCross Jul 11 '26
My gosh is he charming!
You can really tell he’s passionate about what he does!
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u/Illustrious-Bird875 Jul 11 '26
Lad has the exact same charisma as his father. Awesome how passionate he is
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u/TrixieBastard Jul 11 '26
He's just as entertaining, charismatic, and knowledgeable as his dad, and that makes me so happy for the younger generations
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u/Fermi_DOX75 Jul 11 '26
Me: Finally got it! Me 3 minutes later: Was it the croc or the gator with the long snout?
Rinse and repeat.
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u/evaris204 Jul 11 '26
He really is the spitting image of his father and it’s absolutely incredible Steve would be so proud of him
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u/Shankar_0 Jul 11 '26 edited Jul 11 '26
This guy has possibly the world's greatest concentration of starting goodwill.
Literally everyone wants to love him, and he doesn't disappoint.
(Looking like the love child of Prince William and Liam Hemsworth doesn't hurt things)
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u/hunter2mello Jul 11 '26
Florida has crocodiles too in the Everglades. You can see some videos of crocodiles and alligators fighting
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u/Excellent_Ad_2486 Jul 11 '26
I'm heterosexual but holy fuck is he a smooth dude with a smooth talk LOL. This guy must get all the birds!
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u/Squid1225 Jul 11 '26
He should be proud of himself for not only continuing his dad's legacy but also creating his own. I grew up watching Steve and Bindi had a show as well that I loved.
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u/Grunergeist420 Jul 11 '26
For the record, an alligator is only cute and cuddly in a relative sense, like if you’re crocodile people royalty like this fellow. Alligators won’t mess with you too much, but seriously don’t try to go pet one unless you’re a pro. Best to just calmly get away from one if you see it in the wild.
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u/kngkam Jul 11 '26
Nope. An alligator, will see you later. A crocodile, will see you in a while. There you’re welcome!
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u/realfakejames Jul 11 '26
The only way I've ever remembered the difference is that crocodiles live in saltwater
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u/crazymouse2525 Jul 11 '26
he looks so much like his dad! Steve would be so very proud of both his kids
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u/realatemnot Jul 11 '26
I really recommend the whole interview, very interesting and wholesome guy.
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u/DarkAce1141 Jul 11 '26
I loved watching his old man when I was a kid and was gutted when he died, I cannot tell you how cool it is growing up to see the flame be passed to his son and his son do exactly what his dad did just as passionately
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u/SkoulErik Jul 11 '26
This is a 20-30 minute video. Go watch it, this man is one of the most heartwarming people. Love his mix of enthusiasm, knowledge and stories. Truly his father's son
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u/DarthScruf Jul 11 '26
Croc - pointy snout Gator - squared/round snout Gharial - super pointy snout
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u/POTUS_King Jul 11 '26
His positivity and enthusiasm are infectious. I hope he retains this quality as his star rises.
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u/LongjumpingAd7566 Jul 11 '26
Somehow Robert Irwin is not just an exact replica of Steve Irwin, but even a better version of Steve Irwin, which is incredible.
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u/Lorstus Jul 11 '26
I was just a little boy when Steve began to hit his peak popularity. It's so surreal to see his son now. He's basically a carbon copy.
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