Hidden Dangers in South Africa: Ticks, Rhinos, Snakes & More - Ep. 8

In this Global Guardians studio session, Mario and Trent take a look back at their unforgettable adventures filming in South Africa, where wildlife, conservation, and chaos often went hand in hand. From unexpected encounters with venomous snakes to heartwarming moments with orphaned rhinos in rehabilitation, they share behind-the-scenes stories that reveal what it truly takes to produce meaningful wildlife content in the field. The highlight of the trip was a powerful rhino conservation collaboration with Kariega Game Reserve and the anti-poaching organization Global Conservation Force. Along the way, Mario recalls relocating a forest cobra found in a hotel bathroom—and returning home with an unexpected souvenir: a bacterial infection from a tick bite. Visit Kaiega Game Reserve ! Interested in helping protect rhinos and other threatened species? Support Global Conservation Force Chapters: 00:00:00 - Intro to S. Africa, Covid delay 00:05:25 - Production partners! 00:14:20 - Filming locations in S. Africa 00:18:21 - Small car, lots of gear 00:24:40 - Venomous Snake Encounter 00:29:27 - Rhino Veterinary Procedures 00:43:01 - Mambas & Chameleons & Cobras, oh my! 00:59:07 - St. Lucia Cobra Rescue 01:07:45 - Tick bite fever; conclusion PLEASE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REENACT OR RECREATE ANY EVENTS OR SCENES  FROM OUR VIDEOS. THE ANIMALS, INSECTS, PLANT LIFE, AND TERRAIN FEATURED IN  OUR VIDEOS CAN BE DANGEROUS AND CAN POSE A SIGNIFICANT RISK OF INJURY OR  DEATH. The Global Guardians hosts and crew are professionally trained and routinely  receive assistance from wildlife experts, guides, and safety personnel when filming to  ensure the safety of our crew and all wildlife. No animals were harmed or removed from  their natural habitat while making this video. Global Guardians has obtained permission  to film in each location featured in this video. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices