Serpent in Paradise

joelbolden · Oct 3, 2021

I was walking along (Flyfisherman's) Paradise when this serpent accosted me from his tree. Made all sorts of promises if only I'd take a bite of an apple. Told him I didn't much care for apples and walked off. Had a funny feeling I'd missed something. It's a Black Snake for those not familiar with the breed.

K9Kirk · Oct 3, 2021

Nice set, my favorite is #2.

Space Face · Oct 4, 2021

Snakes are great aren't they? I keep a corn snake. Well caught.

Jeff15 · Oct 4, 2021

Nice set.....

PJM · Oct 4, 2021

Great set. #s 2 & 3 for me.

jeffashman · Oct 4, 2021

Very nicely caught!

Trust in me, just in me
Shut your eyes and trust in me
You can sleep safe and sound
Knowing I am around...

stapo49 · Oct 4, 2021

Nice shots. I am assuming you are in the US so not a black mamba, luckily.

joelbolden · Oct 4, 2021

stapo49 said:
Nice shots. I am assuming you are in the US so not a black mamba, luckily.

It's an Eatern Black Snake, also known as an Eastern Rat Snake because many farmers encourage them to stay around their barns and coops, since they control the rats and mice. They can get big, up to 2 metres, but are quite non-aggresive.