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Massauga Rattler # 5

© Alan Garner

Massauga Rattler # 5

Uploaded: June 18, 2009

Description

Only venomous snake in Ontario. Totally non-agressive. This captive snake was placed on rocks (outdoors) less than 6 feet from my shooting position. 1/80 Av f8 ISO 400 200mm

Exif: F Number: 8, Exposure Bias Value: 0.33, ExposureTime: 1/80 seconds, Flash: did not fire, compulsory flash mode, ISO: 400, White balance: Auto white balance, FocalLength: 200.00 mm, Model: Canon EOS 40D

Comments

Arthur Bohlmann June 23, 2009

Pretty cool Alan, beautiful animal #1145359

Alan Garner June 23, 2009

Thanks Arthur - it was really neat to be able to have a chance to shoot this snake. #7671694

M.Christine Duncan June 25, 2009

Great shot Alan! I had no idea we had a venomous snake species in Ontario... love how you can see every scale in his skin... congrats on the EP! #7678641

Alan Garner June 25, 2009

Thanks Christine. Apparently you pretty much have to step on or poke these snakes before they will strike. Also pretty rare. #7678656

Rita K. Connell level-classic July 01, 2009

pretty cool if you are liking snakes... Ill pass on the liking snakes but cheer's for an awesome photo. cong'r on your EP Rita #7696157

Alan Garner July 01, 2009

Thank you Rita for your comments. #7696743

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