Burmese Python,  National Zoo  


One of the benefits of visiting the big snakes at the National Zoo in Washington DC is that they are behind glass.  I do not think I would want to meet a Burmese Python in its natural habitat.  This is one big snake.

Burmese Pythons are native to southern and southeast asia.  They are among the largest snakes.  The average length is about 12 feet and they can grow to be longer than 18 feet. 

Take time to visit the zoo.  There is always something new to learn and photographs to be taken.


Burmese Python

Photograph by Roy Kelley using a Canon PowerShot G11 camera

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14 Comments on Burmese Python, National Zoo

JAN
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Hi Roy,  That is a great picture.  You got all the ridge detail of every slimy scale. 
8:01am • #1
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Amazing photo, thank you for sharing it with all of us. A zoo is a great place to have a camera.
8:25am • #2
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im with you on this one- leave them in the wild or keep them behind solid glass-  Thanks for sharing todays photo , interesting patterns on the skin.    Wishing you a Dolores a wonderful weekend.
8:51am • #3
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Almost didn't click on the post. Snakes just creep me out and I still got the shivers when it popped up.  :-)
10:06am • #4
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Thanks for stopping by.  Your comments are always appreciated.  

Have a great day and an outstanding weekend.

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10:22am • #5
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Roy,

The zoo is a safe and educational place to live life to the fullest and learn too.

I always learn something new because of you and appreciate all that you offer here on ActiveRain.
11:17am • #6
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Hi Roy, like you I would be glad they are behind glass.  Wow the average length is 12 feet, he's not small that's for sure.
12:33pm • #7
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Snakes are not my favorite exhibit at the zoo but that doesn't stop my from admiring your skills with a camera. Hope you have a great weekend.
1:24pm • #8
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It is always good to hear from you. Take time to go to the zoo.  There is much to see and learn.

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2:41pm • #9
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Hi Roy, Do not like snakes either and heard about the python hunt in the Everglades. In my opinion the only good python is a dead python. But Roy it is a good picture and HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND.
10:02pm • #10
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Those are the ones they're trying to thin out down in the Florida Everglades. I really wouldn't want to meet that thing out in the wild.
6:52pm • #11
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Roy, That is a great photo, and that is the best place for snakes, the zoo!
6:59pm • #12
JAN
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It is always good to receive your comments.

Have a wonderful week.  Be sure to have your camera in hand to capture the special moments.

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3:30am • #13
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Roy- Florida has had a month long Python hunt going on and so far 41 have been captured.  Unfortunately the Burmese Python has invaded the Everglades and I think we may be too late to eradicate them.  
7:38pm • #14

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