Bob Irwin | |
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| Born | Robert Eric Irwin 8 June 1939 |
| Occupation(s) | Conservationist, former zookeeper, animal naturalist |
| Years active | 1970–2018 |
| Spouses | Lyn Hakainsson (died 2000)Judy Irwin (m. 2004) |
| Children | Joy • Steve • Mandy |
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Robert Eric Irwin (born 8 June 1939) is an Australian naturalist, animal conservationist, former zookeeper, and a herpetologist known for his conservation and husbandry work with apex predators and reptiles. He is the founder of the Queensland Reptile and Fauna Park (now known as Australia Zoo). His son was the conservationist and well-known international television personality Steve Irwin.