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16th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Cat-eyed snake eyes

Cat-eyed snakes, Genus: Leptodeira, are ferocious and common predators of treefrog eggs. This individual was lurking near a pond looking for prey. Though not harmful to humans, these predators can eat several clutches (of over 100 eggs each) in just one night.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 07.2018
Date Uploaded: 10.2018
Photo Location: Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica
Camera: Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Copyright: © Brandon Güell