platypus Posted March 17, 2015 Share #1 Posted March 17, 2015 Advertisement (gone after registration) This is the shed skin of an Eastern Brown Snake, which is the snake reputed to be responsible for the majority of deaths attributed to snakebite each year in Australia (not that there are that many deaths these days). The Brown is well known to be aggressive, (which merely means that, if you happen to step on one by mistake it will probably stick around and deliberately bite you, rather than fleeing) and it's venom is exceptionally toxic. Snakes shed their skins as they grow, this skin is about a metre long. I found it while out walking this morning, it is a delicate thing but all in one piece and in pristine condition with even the whole head portion still attached like a little hood. M9/75 Lux. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 7 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/242398-snakeskin/?do=findComment&comment=2782007'>More sharing options...
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pauledell Posted March 17, 2015 Share #2 Posted March 17, 2015 Dee, A fine shot and interesting narrative. I'll try not to step on on although, I doubt if there are any in my neck of the woods. Paul 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuny Posted March 17, 2015 Share #3 Posted March 17, 2015 Lovely 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Northwest Wanderer Posted March 18, 2015 Share #4 Posted March 18, 2015 Interesting image Dee. It brings back memories of my almost stepping on a western rattlesnake years ago. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Barry Posted March 18, 2015 Share #5 Posted March 18, 2015 Really nice shot of an unusual subject. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
fotografr Posted March 20, 2015 Share #6 Posted March 20, 2015 (edited) Wow, Dee, you made that snakeskin absolutely glow. It probably looks even better here than when the snake was wearing it. Really great shot. It would be kind of unnerving to walk around where there was something that aggressive and poisonous lurking unseen. Careful out there. Edited March 20, 2015 by fotografr 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
fotografr Posted March 20, 2015 Share #7 Posted March 20, 2015 Advertisement (gone after registration) Interesting image Dee. It brings back memories of my almost stepping on a western rattlesnake years ago. I did the same while fishing in Montana several years ago. Didn't see it until my foot passed right over its head. Whew! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
platypus Posted March 20, 2015 Author Share #8 Posted March 20, 2015 Wow, Dee, you made that snakeskin absolutely glow. It probably looks even better here than when the snake was wearing it. Really great shot. It would be kind of unnerving to walk around where there was something that aggressive and poisonous lurking unseen. Careful out there. Thanks Brent....this skin is the best I've ever found, all in one piece and beautifully transparent. After a lifetime of training ourselves to be very aware we seem to manage not to step on snakes, though there have been some close shaves.... we do have plenty to avoid each summer, several different species, all of which are "dangerous" being blessed with some of the most toxic venom in the snake world. Those mainly at risk are dogs, they will often attack a snake, foolishly, over the years we have lost several very good working dogs and much loved pets to snakebite. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
topoxforddoc Posted March 21, 2015 Share #9 Posted March 21, 2015 Love the translucency. I wonder what it would be light if lit from underneath Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
platypus Posted March 21, 2015 Author Share #10 Posted March 21, 2015 Thanks Charlie! Lit from beneath would probably work too... I didn't make any effort with this shot, I merely put the skin on my kitchen table with a bit of available side light from a nearby window. Leica lenses always seem to pick up light that is not visible to the human eye (or so I find).....I rely on that a lot! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iduna Posted March 23, 2015 Share #11 Posted March 23, 2015 Dee, terrific light on a strange subject. It looks like a strange piece of jewellery. The translucent amber color makes it shine and emphasizes the fascination. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
platypus Posted March 23, 2015 Author Share #12 Posted March 23, 2015 Thanks Iduna....an example of Nature's artefact! Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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