Bob Irwin

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.

For other people with the same name, see Robert Irwin.
Not to be confused with his grandson Robert Irwin.

Bob Irwin
Born
Robert Eric Irwin

(1939-06-08) 8 June 1939
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Occupation(s)Conservationist, former zookeeper, animal naturalist
Years active1970–2018
Spouses
Lyn Hakainsson
​
(died 2000)​
    Judy Irwin
    ​
    (m. 2004)​
    ChildrenJoy • Steve • Mandy
    Relatives
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