Canon PowerShot SD700 IS
ƒ/2.8
5.8 mm
1/160

The python does not have great vision. To catch its prey, it uses two rows of sensitve heat sensors. The labial pits, seen here, allow for stereoscopic heat detecton, accurate enough to allow the python to hunt in total darkness (e.g., in caves). In the land of the blind…

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26 responses to “Cyclops”

  1. Fine photo – stunning image.

    You have a very good eye.

    Great symmetry.

    The bio-design looks like corn DNA hybridized with that of a snake.

  2. Ah, yes, Indian Corn with a zesty bite….

    The corn snake has similar coloraton, but does not quite have the same texture.

  3. this is unbelievable! great info!

  4. WOW! was that thing alive?! what an awesome picture

  5. Yeah, It was in a girl’s arms, and I asked if she could hold still for a photo…

    Now we know what a steely-eyed gaze looks like.

  6. great detail. They can have such amazing coloured eyes.

  7. Nice unusual composition! scary close-up!

  8. Informative and the closeup looks deadly.

    "A" Class

  9. wow what a macro! amazing shot

    "A" Class

  10. impressive eye, well done!
    as an admin for the PORTFOLIO – In the Style of National Geographic, i’m inviting your photo to be added to the group. therefore, i’m removing the picture from SELECTION.

  11. Very interesting shot & great cut !!


    A+++ Grade Photo

  12. unfortunately a little bit unsharp but looks great


    A+++ Grade Photo

  13. freaky kewl!

    oversharpened but still crazy

  14. And you would want to get this close to a snake because…? Eye is sharp. A little more depth of field would have been cool, but this is an amazing shot.

  15. Absolutely A Super A+++ Photo!

  16. I think this photo would make a great addition to the Natural Patterns, Shapes, and Textures (moderated) group. Please consider posting it there!

  17. Great Shot.
    This image would be perfect for ***Fantastic Animal Photos’***
    Little Details

    Admin.
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