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Forrest Galante is known for his experience with nature conservation, wilderness survival and animal expertise. During his youth living in Harare, Zimbabwe, Forrest developed a deep love and strong connection with nature that put him on his path in life. After political unrest forced his family to move back to California, Forrest's involvement with nature deepened.

Galante was the public's favorite participant on Discovery Channel's show 'Naked and Afraid' in December of 2013, where he spent 21 amazing days in the jungles of Panama. The cast swiftly followed his lead as Galante's skills set him apart. This was the public's first encounter to the explorer Forrest Galante. He is now the host of Animal Planet's top show 'Extinct or Alive,' where he uses his unique set of skills to search for evidence that animals once declared extinct may still be out there. Galante deems this the most meaningful television work he has ever done, as it pairs education with conservation and exploration with nature. It's his dedication to the natural parts of the earth we live on that draws us to this impressive individual.