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 |