Our Mission
Our mission is to provide accurate and accessible information about snakes and other reptiles, helping people understand their biology, behaviour, habitats, and ecological importance.
Our Vision
Our vision is to build a trusted Reptile information hub where readers can explore species, taxonomy, geographic distribution, habitats, and wildlife conservation.
Our Values
We value educational accuracy, responsible wildlife awareness, respect for nature, and clear information that encourages people to understand reptiles without unnecessary harm.
Our Reach
Reptiles of Wild aims to connect readers with reptile information from different regions, covering species, habitats, identification, distribution, and conservation.
The People Behind Reptiles of Wild
Meet the people building a trusted hub for reptile knowledge, conservation and education.
Meet Our Leadership
The people guiding our mission and direction.
Senior Snake Handler & ExpertImran Hunter
Lahore, Pakistan
Mr. Imran Snake Hunter is from Lahore, Pakistan, and is a veteran snake rescuer, naturalist, and senior snake handler with over 30 years of field experience. Active since 1995, he has been rescuing snakes from homes, schools, and workplaces across various districts of Pakistan, promoting safe coexistence between humans and wildlife. He has conducted numerous educational shows at schools, colleges, and universities, educating thousands about snake identification, behavior, and conservation, and has also appeared on Pakistani television as an animal specialist and trainer.
Senior Snake Handler & RescuerAmir Ilyas
Bangkok, Thiland
Amir Ilyas is a professional photographer, naturalist, and reptile rescuer with over 15 years of hands-on experience. Originally from Pakistan, he has rescued snakes and other reptiles in Pakistan and Thailand, helping relocate them safely to suitable natural habitats.
Passionate about reptile biology, identification, behavior, venom, and conservation, Amir writes educational articles promoting scientific accuracy and dispelling common myths.
Through Reptiles of Wild, he aims to spread reliable knowledge, protect wildlife, and inspire respect for these misunderstood creatures.
“Reptiles are not monsters; they are an essential part of nature.”
Senior Snake Researcher & HandlerSyed Ali Uzair Shah
Lahore, Pakistan
Mr. Syed Ali Uzair Shah is the Admin of Reptiles of Wild 1 and 2, a Senior Snake Researcher, Professional Handler, Rescuer, and Snakebite Emergency Support Specialist based in Lahore, Pakistan.
With over 10 years of research experience, he specializes in reptile identification, wildlife photography, snakebite first-aid support, and assisting doctors in identifying snake species through photographic evidence and case histories.
His mission is to promote snake conservation, dispel myths and fear, support effective snakebite management, and improve access to medical training and anti-venom across Pakistan, especially in remote areas.
“When we replace fear with knowledge, we save two lives at once — the human and the snake.”
Co-Founder
Committed to reptile knowledge, conservation and education.
Snakebite Support Experts, Snake Handlers & ResearchersSNAKER’S
Texas, United States
SNAKER’s is a team of invisible, faceless Heroes working for humanity and wildlife. It is a USA & Pakistan-based wildlife rescue, education, and conservation platform dedicated to reptiles and other misunderstood wildlife.
The people behind SNAKER’s do not show their faces; their work speaks for them. Its expertise covers instant snake and reptile identification, free-of-cost rescue and safe relocation, _Snakebite Emergency Support and first-aid guidance_, handling critical wildlife cases, and community education for human-wildlife coexistence.
The platform also actively engages in ecological restoration through plantation drives and uses digital platforms to educate thousands of people to understand wildlife rather than fear it, with a clear mission to prevent the unnecessary killing of harmless species across Pakistan.
“Saving a HUMAN from a snakebite, and saving a SNAKE from human brutality – Both are saving a life.”
Snake Expert & ResearcherShoaib Saleem
Karachi, Pakistan
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Our IT Section
The people building and maintaining our digital platform.
Website Developer & IT SpecialistAdil Khan
Islamabd, Pakistan
Adil Khan is a Senior Web Developer responsible for designing and building the overall structure of the Reptiles of Wild website. With expertise in modern web development, website architecture, responsive design, and user experience, he transforms ideas into functional, visually engaging, and well-structured digital experiences. His focus on clean design, usability, and technical quality helps establish a professional online presence for Reptiles of Wild.
Website Developer & IT SpecialistMunir Ali
Haripur, Pakistan
Munir Ali is a Website Developer & IT Specialist responsible for the development and technical management of the Reptiles of Wild website. He focuses on creating professional, user-friendly, and responsive web experiences. His work includes website design, functionality, performance optimization, and SEO improvements. He is also responsible for ongoing website maintenance, security updates, troubleshooting, and future technical enhancements. With a strong interest in web technologies and digital solutions, Munir aims to keep the Reptiles of Wild website secure, efficient, and up to date while continuously improving its performance and user experience.
Our Photography Team
Photographers and wildlife photographers documenting reptiles and conservation.
Mohammad Sadiq
Malir, Karachi, Pakistan
Mr. Mohammad Sadiq | Wildlife Photographer & Documentarian
Mr. Mohammad Sadiq is a dedicated wildlife photographer and documentarian based in Malir, Karachi. With over 15 years of experience in the field, he has been passionately documenting Pakistan’s wildlife across diverse habitats.
His work primarily focuses on recording local species of birds, mammals, and reptiles, capturing their natural behavior in detail. Along with photography and documentation, he is actively involved in rescue operations and has rescued a significant number of reptiles from human-populated areas.
To carry out this work more effectively, he has formed a small team of young volunteers who work together for animal rescue and to spread awareness among the local community about wildlife protection and the importance of coexistence.
Parag P Shinde
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Mr. Parag Pravin Shinde | Reptilographer & Wildlife Photographer
Mr. Parag Pravin Shinde hails from Thane, Maharashtra, India. His journey in wildlife photography began in 2006, starting with birds and insects before developing a deep passion for snakes through rescue and release work.
He is a Reptilographer, Wedding Photographer, and Travel Photographer, specializing in snake photography and behaviour. As a solo traveller, he explores different parts of India in search of new snake species and their habitats, documenting their ecology.
Alongside his fieldwork, he conducts snake awareness and identification sessions in villages, schools, colleges, hospitals, and with Forest Departments. To date, he has photographed 220 snake species across India, with some of his work featured in research papers and international books.
Zohaib Ahmed
karachi, Pakistan
Zohaib Ahmed | Wildlife Photographer, Aviculturist & Zoo Manager
Zohaib Ahmed is a wildlife photographer, aviculturist, and zoo manager from District Central, Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan. Driven by a deep passion for wildlife, he has been documenting Pakistan’s natural biodiversity since 2015.
His work focuses on the mammals, birds, and reptiles found across Karachi and Sindh, highlighting species that often go unnoticed. Through regular field exploration, he captures stories of survival and habitat.
His photography inspires nature enthusiasts to discover wildlife through the camera lens. Committed to education and awareness, he collaborates with fellow conservationists to promote biodiversity and showcase Pakistan’s rich natural heritage globally.
Salman Baloch
Raza Jallalani
Khairpur Mirs, Sindh, Pakistan
Mr. Raza Jallalani | Wildlife Photographer & Nature Explorer
Mr. Raza Jallalani was born and raised in a small village of District Khairpur Mir’s, Sindh, where his deep connection with nature and wildlife first began. He has carried that bond with him throughout his life.
By profession, he is a sales and marketing professional who has worked in the corporate sector in various capacities across diverse locations in Pakistan. His career has given him the opportunity to travel extensively.
Beyond his professional life, wildlife photography has been his passion and favorite hobby for the past decade. Through his lens, he explores, appreciates, and captures the beauty of nature and wildlife across Pakistan and a couple of other Asian countries, celebrating the diversity of life.
Qalandar Burfat
Khaar Center, Kirthar National Park, Sindh, Pakistan
Mr. Qalandar Barfat | Wildlife Photographer & Field Naturalist
Mr. Qalandar Barfat hails from Sindh, Pakistan, and is associated with the Khar Center, Kirthar National Park. He has been dedicated to the field of wildlife for over 15 years, building deep field knowledge and experience in Pakistan’s wilderness.
Specializing in wildlife photography, his work focuses on capturing wild animals, birds, and snakes in their natural habitat, with a keen eye for behavior and landscape. He spends extensive time in the field to document rare and elusive species.
Through his lens, he aims to highlight the rich and beautiful wildlife of Pakistan on a global platform. His photography serves as a tool for education and conservation awareness, encouraging respect for natural habitats.
Our Paramedical Team
Medical and emergency-support professionals helping improve snakebite awareness and response.
Dr Sajid Saleem Khosa
Dera Ghazi Khan, Pakistan
Dr. Sajid Saleem Khosa | Emergency & ICU Officer, Snakebite Treatment Expert
Dr. Sajid Saleem Khosa is an Emergency & ICU Officer (BPS-17) at THQ Hospital Taunsa, and a dedicated snakebite treatment expert serving the flood-affected regions of South Punjab. A graduate of Nishtar Medical College Multan with 10 years of service, he resides in Dera Ghazi Khan and has been working with Team Reptiles of Wild for the past 6 years.
His region, including Taunsa, South Punjab, and Koh-e-Suleman, faces severe flooding, leading to a high number of snakebite cases almost daily during summer and monsoon season. Dealing with such critical cases on a daily basis, Dr. Khosa has developed exceptional expertise in snakebite management and emergency care.
For many years, Reptiles of Wild has been proudly assisting and collaborating with him, and together we are saving precious human lives in the rural areas of South Punjab. His dedication and skill in handling life-threatening cases make him a true lifesaver for his community.
Our Team
Researchers, snake handlers and contributors.
Fahad Zaheer
Islamabad, Pakistan
Andrew Keith
Albama, United States
Ahmad Mashwani
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Mr. Ahmad Mashwani | Wildlife Educationist, Conservationist & Rescuer
Mr. Ahmad Mashwani is a Wildlife Educationist, Conservationist, Researcher, and Rescuer associated with Reptiles Of Wild. He has hands-on rescue experience across Pakistan, UAE, and Saudi Arabia, having rescued and safely relocated numerous snake species.
He is actively involved in wildlife education and awareness, promoting the understanding and conservation of reptiles among local communities. Through outreach and fieldwork, he works to change perceptions and encourage coexistence.
Ahmad is also collaborating with several renowned herpetologists on research and scientific publications, contributing to the study and conservation of herpetofauna in the region and advancing knowledge for future conservation efforts.
Professor Tahir Sarfraz
Abbotabad, KPK, Pakistan
Assistant Professor Of Zoology
Higher Educational Department KPK
Khurram Masood
Karachi, Pakistan
Mr. Khurram Masood | Wildlife Enthusiast, Rescuer & Conservation Advocate
Mr. Khurram Masood is a wildlife enthusiast, rescuer, conservation advocate, and wildlife ambassador from Karachi, with a particular passion for reptiles and misunderstood wildlife. His journey began at age eight when he started rescuing animals in his hometown.
He witnessed harmless reptiles being killed due to fear and misconceptions, inspiring him to provide free-of-cost rescue and relocation across Karachi. His work evolved into education and awareness through community engagement and digital platforms.
Today, he travels across Sindh for rescues, educates communities, and moderates online groups for reptile and mammal identification. For him, every rescue saves a life, but every person educated can save many more.