it is beautiful, but have to admit, I prefer photos to the real thing.

@friiskiwi: the snakes are amazing creatures.. I missed a chance of taking pic with one..

@Iquraishi: snakes are quite beautiful... far!

yes dear erikuri.. I love them.. I visit a local park quite often just to see them..

great picture.. gl author

nice capture! very sharp.

Very cool, its just a little Garter snake isnt it? Somehow the picture make it look so much bigger. Great Job

You know, we learn at school the differences between venomous snakes and non-venomous ones. The eyes, head shape, tale shape, fangs... But I don't wanna know, if I face one of them, I'll run quickly!

This is really beautiful, Love the DOF

Great shot well done, really like the composition

excellent shot.. love the snake..

This is one of my favorites too. While shooting, I knew it was only a garter snake, but the closer I got, the less sure I was that it was non-venomous. Thanks for your comments.

haha.. good experience then..

excellent shot!

amazing shot!

Another awesome shot.......gl to you!!

what a snake! love it

Not a living branch on a tree is it? Its in a cage against a wall.I can see the branch going up the wall.

The branch is attached to a tree.

ominous look

Nice shot