Forrest Galante is synonymous with nature conservation, outdoor survival and animal expertise. During his youth living in Harare, Zimbabwe, Forrest developed a deep love and strong connection with nature that set him on his path in life. Galante's deep involvement with nature grew when he moved back to California after political unrest in Zimbabwe forced the family from their safari operations.

Forrest Galante has caught crocodiles, swam with several species of sharks, photographed venomous reptiles, outsmarted a charging water buffalo, dodged an angry panther and had countless other adventures. He pursued a career in high-risk wildlife biology fieldwork, with a focus on animals staring down extinction. His hands-on approach to wildlife, love for the outdoors and one-of-a-kind background has led to the development of his own television show, 'Extinct or Alive,' on Animal Planet. The show follows Galante as he treks across the earth searching for wildlife believed to be extinct.

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