Terciopelo (Bothrops atrox) by deweygg

Photography • Animals • posted on May 27, 2009

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Description

This is the most feared snake in Costa Rica (and wherever it makes its habitat). The reason being that the Fer-de-lance causes more deaths to humans than any other reptile in the American continent. This one gave us a good scare when it appeared on the trail at night while photographing the elusive Red-Eyed-Tree Frogs. Thankfully no one got bit. Thanks for all your comments and for the visit.

Comments (10)

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pops

12:42PM | Wed, 27 May 2009

Awesome shot-I don't think I would want to be this close

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flora-crassella

12:43PM | Wed, 27 May 2009

Well that it did not bite you! Very interesting photo!!!! How is large this poisonous snake?

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timtripp

12:43PM | Wed, 27 May 2009

well shot.... DANGEROUS SNAKE!

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sandra46

1:11PM | Wed, 27 May 2009

terrific capture!

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flavia49

1:28PM | Wed, 27 May 2009

superlative!!! Great capture!

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decie

2:17PM | Wed, 27 May 2009

that is one snake i dont want to get near,Costa Rica must be swarming with them they can have up to 70 young and all baby's have fang. I dont want to travel to Costa Rica I have taken it of my list lol. excellent capture and you were lucky it didnt strike.

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