Terri Irwin’s emotional Instagram tribute attracts 80,000 likes

Terri Irwin has posted a touching tribute to her late husband as she joined Instagram over the weekend, attracting 80k likes and more than 100,000 followers in 24 hours.

Terri Irwin has joined instagram over the weekend, snagging more than 100,000 follows in a day after a first post paying tribute to her late husband.

Terri’s introductory post on the platform was a testament to her enduring bond with ‘Crocodile Hunter’ Steve.

The black and white photograph depicted a heartwarming moment: the couple sharing a candid kiss with an iguana playfully perched on their heads, which received more than 80,000 likes.

Complementing the touching image, Terri shared a verse from British poet Thomas Osbert Mordaunt: ‘One crowded hour of glorious life is worth an age without a name.’

Bindi Irwin responded saying, “I love you so much, Welcome to Instagram mum,” accompanied by a red heart emoji.

Not stopping at just posts, Terri’s first Instagram story featured a repost of the black and white photograph, accompanied by the words, ‘Celebrating this adventure called life. Grateful to share the journey.’

Terri’s Instagram bio also gives a tender nod to her family, highlighting her roles as a “Mother, Grandmother, Wildlife Warrior & Owner of @australiazoo.”

Terri’s grand Instagram debut comes just days after her son Robert, went ‘instagram official’ with girlfriend Rorie Buckey on Thursday night.