We could all probably agree that it’s important to have someone to turn to during these difficult times. For most, it could be another person, like a family member, a life partner, or a friend. For some, it could be a pet. And for a selected few, it could even be an entire herd of animals. Such is the case for Robert Irwin and his family as they spend their quarantine period at the Australia Zoo.
The son of the late Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin took to Twitter to share a shell-fie with his “self-isolation buddy.” Well, unlike most of us, the 16-year-old’s quarantine companion happens to be an adorable tortoise named Igloo. Apparently, it didn’t come as a surprise to the online community, given the family’s reputation.
Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin’s son Robert recently gave us a sneak peek of the quarantine life at the Australia Zoo
My self isolation buddy ? pic.twitter.com/Gu7H0ljF3U
— Robert Irwin (@RobertIrwin) March 31, 2020
His mother Terri even jokingly pointed out that the tortoise is the one on the left… for clarification
You can “adopt” our gorgeous Aldabra tortoise. He’s the one on the left.https://t.co/CYAoUsjm1c https://t.co/rwqdx2uzFZ
— Terri Irwin (@TerriIrwin) April 1, 2020
After all, it’s a known fact that the entire Irwin family is practically staying at the zoo. This includes Steve’s wife Terri, children Bindi and Robert, as well as Bindi’s husband Chandler. Aside from being Steve’s living legacy, the zoo has also served as the venue for Bindi and Chandler’s recent wedding.
March 25th 2020 ??
Today I married my best friend. pic.twitter.com/xoAxQrKRox— Bindi Irwin (@BindiIrwin) March 25, 2020
Bindi’s husband Chandler seems to be loving the zoo life as well
“Shellf” isolating with Jarvis the tortoise at #AustraliaZoo? pic.twitter.com/lpA8l2Saar
— Chandler Powell (@chandlerpowell9) March 30, 2020
Indeed, the family’s love towards animals is beyond compare that they don’t mind being self-isolated with them at all. So, how is it like having a bunch of adorable animals as your quarantine buddies? Well, apparently, it’s been an awesome experience for the Irwins. Luckily, they’re kind enough to share their adventures on their respective social media pages.
Having a tortoise as a quarantine buddy might not be so bad after all
???? pic.twitter.com/nO8JEX9Gx8
— Robert Irwin (@RobertIrwin) May 31, 2019
People are amazed by how Robert resembles his father and left some hilarious remarks
why is he look at me like that
— Flynn ?? (@Flynn1k) March 31, 2020
— OGA (@AltareefMMA) March 31, 2020
Oogway?
— ?aza (@razonater) March 31, 2020
Got any games pic.twitter.com/eavs197QAT
— dana (@dana_does_it) March 31, 2020
Wow you look like your Dad in this photo!
— Traci Connor (@TraciPConnor) March 31, 2020
you look so much like your lovely dad??
ps. you Robert – not your mate – although I’m pretty certain he/she looks just like their dad too— Jane Gilbert (@msjanebond007) March 31, 2020
This made my day. Thank you for the smile. I love your dad so much
— ?? Angel Fisher ?? (@haloangelTN) March 31, 2020
This album is about to be ?.
— Preston Wilson (@PrestonWilson44) March 31, 2020
Such photogenic turtle.
— Takeshi Panda Kovac (@Pandaphiler) March 31, 2020
You’re so lucky! This is my buddy: pic.twitter.com/anUT3mGRmm
— Tarbos6 (@tarbos6) April 1, 2020
His water cousins say hello! pic.twitter.com/eUNFHnDx3D
— Anne C ? Love is Love ? (@annedeuceofcups) April 1, 2020
He looks like his dad. That’s awesome.
— Erik The Red ? (@ErikTheRed_22) April 1, 2020
you are very handsome, and so is the guy on the right
— rs (@RSatlarge) April 1, 2020
Just like looking at your Dad! ??
I mean the one on the right, to be clear ??
— Claire Behind The Hair Blue Tick (@urmumsausername) March 31, 2020
This is every grandads facebook profile picture.
— Dr Benjamin Janaway (@drjanaway) March 31, 2020
My God, Son; You look so much like your dad in this picture it made me gasp. Your dad’s shows were such a staple in my younger years and his it broke my heart upon hearing the news. Such a beautiful family. Love this PIC!
— robv60 (@robv60schwifty) March 31, 2020
Source: Twitter