Tragic Environmentalists Who Loved Nature so Much, that They Died for It

Studying wildlife is an important task, but it can be very dangerous so it must be done carefully. It is important to get the word out about animals and the environment, but naturalists walk a fine line whenever they interact with Mother Nature, as she is highly unpredictable. Being an avid supporter of animal protection and rights, I have learned a few things from watching famous naturalists and environmentalists take risks, in order to protect wildlife and educate the public. This is wonderful, and should be done, but what is scary is when accidents happen, abruptly. Some are more prepared for emergencies than others, but even with safeguards in place, things can go terribly wrong. The lesson here is look but don't get too close to dangerous creatures, and don't get overly comfortable with wildlife. Becoming trusting and comfortable may lead to tragedy. For example, take the cases of Australian animal champion, Steve Irwin; and American grizzly bear Activist, Timothy Treadwell.

Steve Irwin, otherwise known as "The Crocodile Hunter"

All his life, Steve Irwin loved and lived with animals of many kinds, growing up with animal-loving parents. As years went by, his animal handling skills grew and he became famous for rescuing crocodiles and other wild animals. I watched all his shows, and thought what a great guy he was, and what a noble cause he championed. Along with his wife, Terri, he went on to become a superstar in the world of naturalists. Steve knew what he was doing, and was a true expert in educating the world about animals, and in animal handling. He built his family's zoo bigger and more comfortable for the animals there, using respect and care for each and every animal. He bought a large yacht, and used it for marine research.