Forrest Galante is synonymous with nature conservation, outdoor survival and animal expertise. During his youth living in Harare, Zimbabwe, Forrest developed a love and deep connection with the natural world that put him on his path in life. After political unrest forced his family to move back to California, Forrest's involvement with nature grew.
Galante was a participant on Discovery Channel's program 'Naked and Afraid' in the winter of 2013, where he spent 21 demanding days in the jungles of Panama. He was considered the leader by the cast, and not only survived, but thrived. This was the public's first encounter to the adventurist Forrest Galante. He now hosts Animal Planet's top program 'Extinct or Alive,' where he utilizes his unique set of skills scouring for evidence that animals deemed extinct may still be in the wild. Galante considers this the most detrimental television work he has ever been a part of, as it pairs conservation with education and nature with exploration. It's his undeniable dedication to the wild parts of the earth we live on that draws us to this impressive individual.
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