20th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Natural World
Parrot Snake
The parrot snake, locally called the lora, relies on its near-perfect camouflage to survive in tropical forests throughout Central and South America. Its bright yellow eyes are striking and its open-mouth warning display may be intimidating, but the snake rarely uses its mildly venomous bite.
Photo Detail
Date Taken: | 04.2021 |
Date Uploaded: | 11.2022 |
Photo Location: | Costa Rica |
Camera: | Canon EOS RP |
Copyright: | © Matthew Keller |