Snake Collection (page 23)

Red-bellied Blacksnake (Pseudechis porphyriacus) basking on rock, Lerderderg Gorge, Victoria, Australia, February

USA, Louisiana, Lake Martin. Southern water snake close-up. Credit as: Cathy and Gordon Illg / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont.com

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Montpellier snake, Malpolon monspessulanus, moulting. Date:

Galapagos racer snakes (Pseudalsophis biserialis) group alert watching for prey on beach, Galapagos, June. Endangered species. Taken on location for BBC tv Blue Planet 2 series

Western diamond-backed rattlesnake (Crotalus atrox) Texas, USA, April

Grass snake (Natrix natrix) in habitat, Aland Islands, Finland, May

Peringueys desert adder (Bitis peringueyi) camouflaged in desert sand, Namibia

Horned adder (Bitis caudalis) camouflaged in its environment, Namib Naukluft National Park, Namibia June

Peringueys / sidewinding adder (Bitis peringueyi) hidden in the sand, Naukluft National Park, Namibia

Eastern green mambas (Dendroaspis angusticeps) one with mouth wide open, captive, from East Africa

Malabar pit viper (Trimeresurus malabaricus), green colour morph. Agumbe, Karnataka, Western Ghats, India. Endemic

King cobra (Ophiophagus hannah), low wide angle perspective Agumbe, Karnataka, Western Ghats, India. Vulnerable species

Satiny Parrot snake (Leptophis depressirostris) Santa Rita, Costa Rica

Sri Lankan pitviper (Trimeresurus trigonocephalus) captive, endemic to Sri Lanka

Yunnan bamboo pitviper (Trimeresurus stejnegerii yunnanensis) hanging from branch. Wuliangshan Nature Reserve, Jingdong, Yunnan Province, China

Malabar pit viper (Trimeresurus malabaricus), green colour morph. Agumbe, Karnataka, Western Ghats. India. Endemic

Yunnan bamboo pitviper (Trimeresurus stejnegerii yunnanensis) camouflaged amongst leaves. Wuliangshan Nature Reserve, Jingdong, Yunnan Province, China

Peringueys adder (Bitis peringueyi) sidewinding in Namib desert, Namibia

Tunisia - Tunis - Street Snake Charmer with a pair of cobras - note the French colonial men and women watching on (from a safe distance). Date: circa 1907

Indian python (Python molurus), flicking tongue, Rajasthan, India

Peringueys / Sidewinding adder (Bitis peringueyi) hiding in shallow sand, Namib Desert, Namibia. This little endemic snake is one of the smallest adders in the world

Grass snake (Natrix natrix) feigning death, Poitou, France, May

Adder (Vipera berus) basking in the spring sunshine flicking tongue, Staffordshire, England, UK, April

Puff Adder (Bitis arietans) captive occurs in Tanzania

African horned viper (Cerastes cerastes), captive

Male adder (Vipera berus) amongst Bilberry. Cannock Chase, Staffordshire, UK, October

Chocoan parrot snake (Leptophis bocourti) on heliconia flower with fly in background, Sarapiqui, Heredia, Costa Rica

Black-headed bushmaster (Lachesis melanocephala) with tongue extended, Siquirres, Limon, Costa Rica

Northern eyelash boa (Trachyboa boulengeri) curled up on rock by stream, Canande, Esmeraldas, Ecuador

Rainbow boa (Epicrates cenchria) wound round branch over water, Tambopata, Madre de Dios, Peru

Andean forest pit viper (Bothriopsis pulchra) curled up on fern, Sumaco, Napo, Ecuador

Speckled forest pit viper (Bothriopsis taeniata) on heliconia, Yasuni National Park, Orellana, Ecuador

Eyelash palm pitviper (Bothriechis schlegelii) curled round plant, Canande, Esmeraldas, Ecuador

Yellow rat snake (Spilotes pullatus) portrait, Otongachi, Santo Domingo de los Tsachilas, Ecuador

Ornate coral snake (Micrurus ornatissimus) viewed from above, Yasuni National Park, Orellana, Ecuador

Eyelash palm pit viper (Bothriechis schlegelii) with tongue extended, Mindo, Pichincha, Ecuador

Twig snake (Thelotornis capensis) with tongue extended, Moremi Game Reserve, Botswana

Horned adder (Bitis caudalis) Swakopmund, Erongo, Namibia

Horned adder (Bitis caudalis) waiting for a passing prey into the Namib Desert, Brandberg, Namibia

Horned adder (Bitis caudalis) close up of eye, Brandberg area, Namibia

Fer-de-lance (Bothrops asper) camouflaged on the rainforest floor. Corcovado National Park, Osa Peninsula, Costa Rica

Grass snake (Natrix natrix) flicking tongue, Hampstead Heath, London, England, UK, August

Male Adder (Vipera berus). Cannock Chase, Staffordshire, UK, October

Adder (Vipera berus) head portrait, Staffordshire, England, UK, April

Adder (Vipera berus) basking in the spring sunshine, Staffordshire, England, UK, April

Adder (Vipera berus) portrait coiled up, Powerstock Common nature reserve, Dorset, England, UK June

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Javan Spitting Cobra Snake - on grass by rake - Klungkung, Bali, Indonesia. Date:

Eastern green mamba {Dendroaspis angusticeps} skin detail, captive, from East Africa

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"Exploring the Mystical Serpent: A Journey through Cultures and Symbolism" Embark on a captivating journey into the realm of snakes, where ancient beliefs intertwine with modern fascination. From the sacred Wheel of Life in Nepal's Kopan monastery to the mythical Yggdrasil of Norse mythology, these serpents have left an indelible mark across continents. Intriguingly, artist A Gilbert's masterpiece "The Athlete Wrestling with a Python" captures both the physical struggle and metaphorical representation of life's challenges. Just as this artwork portrays, snakes symbolize transformation and rebirth within the wheel of Samsara. Venturing further into Africa, we encounter the formidable Black Mamba snake—its sleek elegance concealing deadly venom. This creature embodies resilience and adaptability amidst harsh environments. Drawing inspiration from Norse legends once again, Yggdrasil emerges as a potent symbol representing interconnectedness between realms. It reminds us that all living beings are intricately linked to one another—a reminder echoed by Novgorod Icon's Last Judgement painting. Delving deeper into symbolism, we find Roman statues depicting Asclepius—the god associated with healing and medicine—holding a serpent-entwined staff known as Caduceus. The Royal/Ball Python also holds significance in its association with royalty and divinity throughout history. As we traverse diverse landscapes, rattlesnake warning signs serve as reminders to respect nature's creatures while appreciating their place in ecosystems worldwide. In Brazil’s lush rainforests resides the mesmerizing Rainbow Boa—an embodiment of vibrant beauty amidst biodiversity hotspots. Even art has been utilized to convey political messages; Dmitriy Stakhievich Moor’s poster "Death to World Imperialism" depicts a coiled snake ready to strike against oppressive forces—an emblematic call for liberation and justice. Through these glimpses into cultures past and present, it becomes evident that snakes have transcended mere reptilian existence.