Rhombic Egg-eater swallowing egg, Dasypeltis scabra

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The cryptic camoflague of the Rhombic Egg-Eater makes it blend in superbly with its surroundings. Essential for a snake with no other natural defence other than bluff.

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Size: 4900px × 3808px
Location: Bulawayo Zimbabwe.
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves; Agfa Awards Winner / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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