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Rattlesnake at the Cascade

Rattlesnake at the Cascade

A Banded Rock Rattlesnake found at a vista for Cascada de Basaseachi, Mexico. This is the second highest waterfall in all of Mexico, and in my opinion, the most...
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A Banded Rock Rattlesnake found at a vista for Cascada de Basaseachi, Mexico. This is the second highest waterfall in all of Mexico, and in my opinion, the most scenic.
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NIKON D800E

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Aperture f/10.0 ISO 320 Shutter 1/500

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Dec, 2013

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This photo is absolutely amazing! I don't know that I've ever seen a better use of amazing scenery as a background to a reptile picture. Very well done and keep up the good work!

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