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The Northern Cat-eyed Snake (Leptodeira septentriomalis) is mildly venomous, rear-fanged snake, which occurs in the United States only in far south Texas. This snake, usually quite mild-mannered, often lives near small ponds in dense vegetation. It is partially arboreal and may be found in shrubs and small trees on occasion. It often feeds on frogs, toads and tadpoles. The Northern Cat-eyed Snake shown in the top three images was near Edinburg, Hidalgo Co., Texas in March, 2006. The above two shots were taken with a Canon EOS 1D Mark II and EF 300mm F/4 L IS lens and 2X extender and 580 flash. The close up of the face and eye was taken with the same camera but a Canon EF 180 F/3.5 Macro. The next shot was taken at the same location in April, 2006.
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