Spotted King... by M Smith

Michael Mosley 02 Oct 2011

Neat pic--snake is ready to strike-ha!

Artist Reply: Thanks! He was watching me holding one hand out to the side so I could take a pic of him with the other! I appreciated his cooperation!

T Arne 15 Sep 2011

ok....pretty snake ,but to good of a shot just got an uneasy feeling. snakes make me frozen with fear.

Artist Reply: Sounds like my hubby; we don't even discuss "s-words" around here! But these are pretty docile; they won't come after you. I had to catch this one & relocate him for his own safety!

Kwabena Poku 13 Sep 2011

Fantastic image really pretty! So sad they are deadly

Artist Reply: Our spotted king snake isn't venomous; I'm so thankful for that! I guess I wouldn't have been quite so close if he was. Thanks for your comments; so glad you dropped by!

Emilio B. Campo-Diaz 10 Sep 2011

Excellent work.

Artist Reply: Thanks Emilio; I appreciate it!

Joanie Holliday 08 Sep 2011

OK, Marsha, what's with us and snakes lately??? What great shots... Makes me "squirm a little"... You really captured them so nice.. Joanie Holliday

Artist Reply: Thanks Joanie! Maybe they find us because we're not going to kill them. I've always been fascinated with snakes; they're so unique & beautiful! Hubby does not share this particular sentiment...

ruth sears 08 Sep 2011

wow,beautiful pattern on this fellow,great catch!

Artist Reply: Thanks; so glad you like him!

Marie Leveaux 08 Sep 2011

What awesome captures, Emily!! Really up close and can see the wonderful details of this unique, frightening and yet beautiful creature!

Artist Reply: Thanks Marie; appreciate the comments. Snakes can be scary; we have to know where to draw the line & respect their space!

Brenda Loveless 07 Sep 2011

fantastic shots of a fine snake!

Artist Reply: Thanks Brenda; he was a fine snake!

Bessiemae Coola 07 Sep 2011

Great capture! I'll bet you don't see many other snakes with with this big guy around.

Artist Reply: Actually, he doesnt live here anymore. He lives near a very nice creek that I think he'll love!

Elaine Cruickshank 07 Sep 2011

Great shots of this snake. It looks quite scary.

Artist Reply: I'm so glad you like the shots! He was a pretty good boy & fun to photograph!

Sigridur Bachmann 07 Sep 2011

Excellent clearness and colors ! Great photos !

Artist Reply: Thanks Sigga; I appreciate your nice comments!

yves colas 07 Sep 2011

oops,i don't want found it in my bed hi!hi!hi! awesome captures,well done!

Artist Reply: Me either; not even close to it. I prefer to keep them outside! Thanks for your comments!

Karen Helsing 07 Sep 2011

What a lovely snakes! I've loved snakes from the time I was a child!

Artist Reply: Me too! At one time, my son had three snakes so I was used to handling them. I'm not really afraid of them but I do respect the limits they set on how close you can get without annoying them! Thanks for your feedback!

Sharon Gonzalez 07 Sep 2011

WHAT A VERY VERY BEAUTIFUL SNAKE, MARSHA. GORGEOUS PATTERN AND GORGEOUS SHOTS.

Artist Reply: He was a good looking snake; so strong & healthy! It was fun to photograph him. Thanks for your great comments!

Kate Gallagher 07 Sep 2011

Fabulous photos

Artist Reply: Thanks Kate; really glad you like them!

surekha rao 07 Sep 2011

How AMAZING!!! Its great that you caught him in that striking pose..though non venomous! You are an excellent photographer, Marsha!

Artist Reply: Thanks surekha! I just used one hand to distract him, then shoot the photos with the other hand. It worked quite nicely. Thanks so much, glad you liked him!

Cynthia Stayte 07 Sep 2011

Marsha what an awesome shot, wow! he is huge, I see where they get their name. He isn't poisonous, is he? Still, this is a great capture!

Artist Reply: No, he's not venomous & not bad natured, just watching out for himself! My dog found him in the bad yard (fenced) so I moved him to the front yard so I could photograph him without Ches trying to carry him around. After I got my photos I took him to a little creek nearby; the land owner gave me permission to release snakes there! Thanks for your comments!

Steve Haynes 07 Sep 2011

nice shot M Smith....a bit scary though!!

Artist Reply: It was a bit scary getting this close to him but I knew he wasn't venomous & while the spotted king will strike he's not likely to bite. Thanks!