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A young boy holds a yellow python

Serpentine Situation

I would not enter in my list of friends, Who needlessly sets foot upon a worm. An inadvertent step may crush the snail That crawls at evening in the public path, But he has the humanity, forewarned, Will tread aside, and let the reptile live. - William Cowper

Back in 05, kids being entertained by a reptile handler. I had to stop after this shot. The kids were more interested in posing for my lens then the assistants Polaroid.

Why do we make reference to a snake being slimy when in fact most if not all are just silky smooth?

Nikon D70 | 400 | 1/60 | f14

  • Lens: Nikon 12-24mm f/4 G ED
  • Flash: None
  • Tripod: None
  • Lighting: Ambient Sunlight
  • Post Pro: Levels & Color Balance
  • Weather: Partly Cloudy
  • Time of Day: Early Afternoon
  • Location: Spencer Smith Park, Ontario, Canada

Posted on April 4, 2007 9:48 AM | | Comments (6) | TrackBacks (0)

Comments

srp

Snakes and spiders and scorpions.... Oh! No! Great picture as always but I am no fan of snakes....

Posted at April 5, 2007 11:24 PM

Paul Sveda

SRP, I wouldn't exactly slide them into the "cuddly pet" category, BUT they are fascinating to watch especially when hunting. Thanks for stopping by.

Cheers,

P.

Posted at April 6, 2007 7:28 AM

Deana

THAT is quite a snake. I've got to check out your photography. I am an aspiring photographer and that shot was perfect so I want to see what all you've done.

Posted at April 6, 2007 7:44 AM

Mike

Great Picture. Not everyone would be brave enough to hold a big snake like that.

Michele sent me.

Posted at April 6, 2007 7:48 AM

Write From Karen

You know, I never ever thought I would say this in my entire life, but that snake ALMOST looks friendly. lol

And I might touch it.

Keyword: might.

*grin*

Michele sent me over.

Posted at April 6, 2007 12:22 PM

Paul N.

Hi, here from Michele's today. I've lurked a little in your blog, but don't leave any comments. Mainly, cuz you're so good you leave me speechless. I enjoy every shot I see here. Happy Easter.

Posted at April 7, 2007 2:48 PM

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