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Bindi Irwin’s Daughter Grace Has An Adorable New Best Friend at Australia Zoo — And the Video Is Melting Hearts Everywhere
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There’s nothing quite like a wholesome celebrity family moment to brighten your day, and Bindi Irwin just delivered exactly that.
The wildlife conservationist and beloved member of the iconic Irwin family took to Instagram to share a heartwarming clip that proves her 4-year-old daughter, Grace Warrior Irwin Powell, has inherited something truly special from her famous family.
In the video posted to Instagram on February 1, Grace can be seen in an adorable pink party dress while being followed around by the newest member of the Australian Zoo family: a tiny echidna named Bella.
The footage shows Bella the echidna trailing after Grace with obvious devotion, while the proud mom behind the camera can be heard expressing her amazement. Bindi’s caption perfectly captured the magical moment: “I’ve never seen an echidna love someone so much… 🥹❤️”
The comment section of Bindi’s post quickly filled with reactions from fans who couldn’t get enough of the unlikely friendship. But perhaps the most remarkable response came from someone with serious credentials in the echidna department — Terri Irwin, Bindi’s own mother.
Terri wrote, “This is incredibly special. In the 33 years I’ve worked with echidnas, I’ve never seen one love somebody this much. Grace is such a special little soul.💕”
Other fans chimed in with equally enthusiastic responses. One person posted: “This is so precious. I can’t wait to see these two grow up together.” The idea of watching Grace and Bella’s friendship blossom over the years has fans already emotionally invested in this adorable duo’s journey.
Like Father, Like Granddaughter
For longtime fans of the Irwin family, watching Grace develop such a natural connection with animals carries deep emotional significance. Grace is the granddaughter of the legendary Steve Irwin, the iconic wildlife conservationist known worldwide as “The Crocodile Hunter” who captured hearts with his boundless enthusiasm and genuine love for all creatures.
Steve died in 2006 after he was pierced in the chest by a short-tail stingray barb while filming in the Great Barrier Reef. Bindi was only 8 years old at the time, making her father’s legacy something she’s carried forward with remarkable grace and dedication throughout her life.
The adorable echidna video isn’t the only glimpse fans have gotten into Grace’s budding wildlife career. When appearing on the “Not Gonna Lie with Kylie Kelce” podcast in June 2025, Bindi shared some hilarious and heartwarming stories about raising a daughter who’s already eager to follow in the family footsteps — perhaps a little too eager.
“There have been a lot of talks with our daughter because she’s 4 now, which is wonderful,” begins Bindi. “But it also means you wanna be part of everything. So like, when we’re feeding the crocodiles, she’s like, ‘Why can’t I be there with you?’ She’s crying, ‘I just wanna feed the crocodiles!’”
The mental image of tiny Grace in her pink dress, tearfully demanding to participate in crocodile feeding time, is both adorable and so perfectly Irwin.
“We’re like, ‘Well, this is why you can’t and why you have to wait ‘till you’re 18. But it’s really that education,” Bindi continues. “And kids are so good. They’re like little sponges. They just absorb so much information.”
A Beautiful Family Legacy Continues
Bindi Irwin has built an incredible life honoring her father’s memory while creating her own legacy. The daughter of Steve Irwin is herself a wildlife conservationist, zookeeper, TV personality, and CEO of the Australian Zoo. She regularly shares glimpses of zoo life and family moments with her devoted followers, giving fans a window into the next chapter of the Irwin family story.
Bindi married Chandler Powell in 2020, and the couple welcomed their daughter, Grace Warrior Irwin Powell, in March 2021. The choice of “Warrior” as a middle name is a touching tribute to Steve, who was often called a “Wildlife Warrior” for his conservation efforts.
Now, watching Grace develop her own special relationships with the animals at Australia Zoo feels like witnessing something truly magical. The Irwin legacy of wildlife conservation and genuine animal connection is clearly in excellent hands with this next generation.
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