Inside the Life of India’s Snakeman, Padma Shri Romulus Whitaker

Padma Shri awardee Romulus Whitaker, widely known as India’s “Snakeman,” has spent decades protecting reptiles and reshaping how people understand snakes. From founding India’s first crocodile bank to leading snake conservation and education efforts, his work has saved countless lives—both human and animal. What began as a passion evolved into a nationwide movement promoting coexistence over fear. Through research, rescue, and awareness, Whitaker helped bring reptiles into mainstream conservation conversations. His life’s work reflects unwavering commitment to India’s biodiversity. Credit / read more at: https://thebetterindia.com/wildlife/herpetologist-romulus-whitaker-madras-snake-park-irula-catchers-cooperative-conservation-wildlife-padma-shri-11004571