19th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Gator Eyes
Living in Florida you see alligators almost 100% of the time you're near some body of water. Sometimes the prehistoric creatures are swimming, sunning themselves on land, attracting a mate, or simply resting in the water, with just their eyes visible above the water. Such was the case for this individual I came across while hiking. I love how still and peaceful the individual clearly is, given that there is not a single ripple in the water around it. I also love how the water lines from the wind move down the shot, changing in color ever so slightly.
Photo Detail
Date Taken: | 02.2017 |
Date Uploaded: | 11.2021 |
Photo Location: | Gainesville, Florida, United States of America |
Camera: | Canon EOS 7D Mark II |
Copyright: | © Mitch Walters |