Snehaa’s fascination with wildlife and animal behavior began early and shaped her path toward a life in conservation and exploration. She earned a bachelor’s degree in zoology followed by a master’s degree in ecology, building a strong academic foundation in wildlife science and ecosystem dynamics.

Her journey eventually brought her to Kanha National Park in central India, where the towering sal forests and rich biodiversity left a lasting impression. Kanha remains a place she proudly calls home and a landscape that continues to deepen her connection to the natural world.

Snehaa’s interest in photography was sparked by her father, a professional photographer. Beginning with film cameras, she later transitioned to digital photography and became president of her college photography club, documenting urban wildlife and campus events. Over time, photography evolved into a powerful storytelling tool that complements her work as a naturalist and conservation professional.

She has also contributed to field research across India, including studies of long-tailed macaques in the Great Nicobar Islands and northern plains langurs in the Sanjay-Dubri Tiger Reserve. These experiences strengthened her understanding of animal behavior and India’s diverse ecosystems.

Snehaa spent more than six years with the Wildlife Trust of India, managing outreach initiatives and traveling widely across wilderness regions from Jammu and Kashmir to the Northeast and southern India. Today she leads expeditions across Ladakh, Uttarakhand, central India and the Northeast, sharing the region’s wildlife while highlighting the importance of coexistence between people and nature.