The Steve Irwin meme celebrates the legacy of the late Australian zookeeper and television personality known as 'The Crocodile Hunter.' Irwin's infectious enthusiasm, iconic catchphrase 'Crikey!', and fearless approach to dangerous wildlife turned him into a global cultural icon. In internet culture, his image is typically used to represent unbridled excitement or the humorous decision to approach a potentially volatile situation with nothing but curiosity. The 'poke it with a stick' variation is particularly popular, symbolizing the human urge to investigate things we probably shouldn't, all while maintaining Irwin's signature upbeat and respectful Aussie attitude toward the world's most dangerous creatures.