At The Reptile Den, we’ve been a trusted partner in numerous films, commercials, television shows, photography events, and various creative projects over the years. We’re committed to delivering safe, professional, and reliable animal handling services to bring your vision to life. With our expansive collection of reptiles, rodents, bugs, and amphibians, We transform productions into truly wild successes.

In addition to full insurance coverage and a seamless, secure handling process, we use state-of-the-art techniques to create captivating and magical scenes. Our team employs specialized methods to train animals, allowing us to guide their movements on command for dynamic, custom shots. This expertise ensures our animals not only look natural on screen but also interact precisely as your project requires.

Some of our past highlights include:

• WGN Spotlight Chicago, WGN Daytime Chicago, WGN Morning News

• CBS Chicago

• FOX Good Day Chicago

• Barstool Sports, Barstool Yak, Barstool After Dark

• Midnight Terror Haunted House

• Credits in 100+ professional photo shoots

• Animal talent featured in music video productions

• Worked on multiple commercial productions

• On-set work for multiple independent films

  Media Inquiries

  Looking for a wildlife expert, live animal segment, or on-location story? Ali Baghdadi of The Reptile Den is an experienced animal handler and a featured television wildlife expert.

  Ali is available for live and taped segments, as well as wildlife-related news stories, field features, and correspondent-style contributions. From in-studio demonstrations to real-world animal encounters, we bring engaging, visual, and informative content to every production.

  Ali is also the founder and president of the Lincoln Herpetological Society, furthering his work in education, conservation, and community outreach.

  Fully insured and experienced working in fast-paced production environments.

  For interviews, segments, or media opportunities:

  • 630-484-3246
  • alisreptileden@gmail.com