# Fake Crocodile Attacks Steve Irwin's ‘Sea Shepherd' Strikes Against Whaling By Luisa Amanda Gomes | Published 2010-02-16 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steve-irwin-sea-shepherd References: [ecorazzi](http://www.ecorazzi.com/2010/02/16/crocodile-hunter-steve-irwin-honored-in-latest-sea-shepherd-assault/) & [seashepherd.org](http://www.seashepherd.org/) Late crocodile hunter Steve Irwin has had ‘Sea Shepherd’ ship named after him. The ‘Steve Irwin’ vessel crusades the ocean against Japanese whaling ships, attacking them with inspiration from its namesake. The ‘Steve Irwin’ will launch false crocodile eggs at its enemies. Recently, the ‘Steven Irwin’ threw these eggy weapons onto the deck of the Japanese whaling fleet, the Nisshin Maru. The neat thing about these eggs is that not only do these projectiles look like croc eggs but they have messages inscribed on the outer shell. Furthermore, when the eggs touch water, [miniature crocodiles emerge from the shells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dinosaur-toys). Many of these egg projectiles have been signed with messages from members of Steve Irwin’s family as well. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Whale Conservation Activism:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new technologies or tactics for non-violent activism against whaling ships. - **Creative Protest Strategies:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create unconventional and attention-grabbing ways to raise awareness about environmental issues. - **Innovative Messaging Techniques:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Invent new ways to deliver messages and information in a visually impactful manner. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Maritime Conservation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore advancements in ship design and equipment for more effective conservation efforts at sea. - **Environmental Activism:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop technology tools and platforms to facilitate and amplify the impact of environmental activism. - **Eco-friendly Art and Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine art and design with sustainability to create products and experiences that inspire environmental consciousness. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Theatrical Shark Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sharkey-temple.md) - [Australia-Honoring Clog Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/streetx-x-crocs-classic-clog.md) - [Oceanic Conservation Merch Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stop-shop-bags.md) - [Sea Urchin-Sucking Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marine-robot.md) - [Camouflage Performance Footwear Styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crocs-real-tree-pack.md) - [Vegan Collagen Tortilla Chips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whale-sperm-tortillas.md) - [Textural Octopus Meat Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revo-foods.md) - [Virtual Fantasy-Themed Oceans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avatar-the-way-of-water.md) - [Crab-Flavored Whiskeys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crab-trapper.md)