The darker side of nature.
Feb 19, 2015 09:05:29 #
While on our short photo jaunt with Sylvia and Bob, we ran across one of the more dangerous denizens of the Florida Swamps. Although camouflaged with water plant seeds and weeds, this water moccasin was poised to grab any unsuspecting bird or mammal at the waters edge. He was a safe distance from us about 15 feet away. Please try the download.
Feb 19, 2015 09:12:58 #
Danger lurking! A powerful image, Jim, in that the snake is fairly hidden. I like the crop too, works really well.
Feb 19, 2015 09:15:42 #
Linda From Maine wrote:
Danger lurking! A powerful image, Jim, in that the snake is fairly hidden. I like the crop too, works really well.
Thank you so much Linda glad you appreciated it. :-D :thumbup:
Feb 19, 2015 09:15:55 #
Nice shot, looks like the snake is deliberately camouflaged in ambush position!
Feb 19, 2015 09:18:45 #
Very nice, not only a danger to nature but they leave a very nasty yellow and purple looking bruise on humans too ( saw a lady at the bank and asked what did you do, Watermocassion got me in the flower bed. )
Pete
Pete
Feb 19, 2015 10:58:46 #
thively61 wrote:
Nice shot, looks like the snake is deliberately camouflaged in ambush position!
Glad you liked it Thively61 and it definitely was that. I appreciate the visit and the comment. :-D
Feb 19, 2015 11:00:18 #
dooragdragon wrote:
Very nice, not only a danger to nature but they leave a very nasty yellow and purple looking bruise on humans too ( saw a lady at the bank and asked what did you do, Watermocassion got me in the flower bed. )
Pete
Pete
Thanks Dooragdragon, you're spot on with that comment. Granddaughters horse got bit by one just above the fetlock and she has a hole in her leg that is being treated right now. Terrible looking. Thanks for stopping by and the comment. :-D
Feb 19, 2015 11:42:02 #
I wear almost kneed hight rubber boots when sloshing through the glades, got hit 3 different times by various snakes, glad I had the rubber boots on, only slight puncture..............just an idea................
Feb 19, 2015 11:43:28 #
Excellent capture Jim, I'm glad I wasn't there I have a morbid fear of snakes.
Feb 19, 2015 12:22:35 #
jwt wrote:
While on our short photo jaunt with Sylvia and Bob, we ran across one of the more dangerous denizens of the Florida Swamps. Although camouflaged with water plant seeds and weeds, this water moccasin was poised to grab any unsuspecting bird or mammal at the waters edge. He was a safe distance from us about 15 feet away. Please try the download.
Excellent shot jim! 15 feet sounds mighty close. :-D
Feb 19, 2015 12:40:11 #
jwt wrote:
While on our short photo jaunt with Sylvia and Bob, we ran across one of the more dangerous denizens of the Florida Swamps. Although camouflaged with water plant seeds and weeds, this water moccasin was poised to grab any unsuspecting bird or mammal at the waters edge. He was a safe distance from us about 15 feet away. Please try the download.
Great shot! I'm glad you noticed him while you were still 15' away so he didn't feel the need to show you his dental work.
Feb 19, 2015 12:48:37 #
One Camera One Lens wrote:
I wear almost kneed hight rubber boots when sloshing through the glades, got hit 3 different times by various snakes, glad I had the rubber boots on, only slight puncture..............just an idea................
They also make snake proof boots and leggings and pants not to mention the ones made for weedeating and stuff like that.
The choices are just as deep as one's pocket is.
Pete
Feb 19, 2015 12:58:38 #
Nice job with this one, Jim, it's very well done. Even snakes have to eat, and since they're chronically low on funds, can't point a finger at him for not being at McDonald's.
Feb 19, 2015 13:54:46 #
jwt wrote:
While on our short photo jaunt with Sylvia and Bob, we ran across one of the more dangerous denizens of the Florida Swamps. Although camouflaged with water plant seeds and weeds, this water moccasin was poised to grab any unsuspecting bird or mammal at the waters edge. He was a safe distance from us about 15 feet away. Please try the download.
Great shot. But 15 feet would have been way too close for me.
Feb 19, 2015 14:38:47 #
One Camera One Lens wrote:
I wear almost kneed hight rubber boots when sloshing through the glades, got hit 3 different times by various snakes, glad I had the rubber boots on, only slight puncture..............just an idea................
Great comment One Camera One, I grew up in South LA and always wore hip boots there so I know the feeling of comfort they can provide. Thanks for the visit and the comment. :-D
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