In this episode of Mike Helfman's Curiosity, we dive into the wild world of Rupert from Rupert’s Reptiles, a passionate adventurer on a mission to document every snake species in Southeast Asia. From childhood fascinations with frogs and insects to getting chased by elephants, bitten by snakes, and surviving treacherous jungle conditions—Rupert shares it all.This conversation blends wild storytelling, authentic passion for wildlife, and insightful perspectives on conservation, fieldwork danger, and embracing a life driven by obsession. If you’re curious about reptiles, jungle expeditions, or what it takes to live on the edge of civilization, this episode is a must-listen.Recording Date: 20/5/2025#reptiles #wildlife #snakes #herping #southeastasia #conservation #exploration #jungle #mikehelfman #curiositypodcast #naturephotography #RupertReptiles🎧 CHECK OUT THIS PODCAST IN AUDIOSpotify: Mike Helfman's CuriosityApple Podcast: Mike Helfman's Curiosity📲 CONNECT WITH RUPERTInstagram: @rupertsreptiles (33K+ followers) Youtube:  @RupertsReptiles  📲 CHECK US OUT EVERYWHEREInstagram: /mikehelfmanTwitter: /MikeHelfmanFacebook: /mikehelfmanLinkedIn: /Michael Helfman📩 BUSINESS ENQUIRIES & COLLABORATIONFor sponsorships, brand collabs & more:✉️ [email protected]🎬 TEAMProduced by – Ruth Wilson Das, Mike Helfman, Fahad FikriHost – Mike Helfman⏱ EPISODE BREAKDOWN0:00 Meet Rupert – The Man Behind Rupert’s Reptiles6:00 Childhood Obsessions with Nature11:00 First Herping Adventures Abroad20:00 Wild Encounters: Bites, Elephants & Danger30:00 Exploring Dangerous Terrains42:00 Why Southeast Asia Is a Reptile Hotspot50:00 Conservation & Future Expeditions1:00:00 Lessons from a Life in the Jungle