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Eyelash viper (Bothriechis schlegelii) waiting on Heliconia flower (Heliconia lankasteri)
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Eyelash viper (Bothriechis schlegelii) waiting on Heliconia flower (Heliconia lankasteri)
Eyelash viper (Bothriechis schlegelii) waiting on Heliconia flower (Heliconia lankasteri) to ambush hummingbird prey, Golden colour morph La Selva, Costa Rica
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. In this print by Phil Savoie, we witness a mesmerizing scene straight from the heart of Costa Rica's tropical rainforest. A stunning Eyelash viper, known scientifically as Bothriechis schlegelii, lies in wait on a vibrant Heliconia flower, its golden color morph blending seamlessly with nature's palette. With an air of patience and cunning, this venomous predator camouflages itself among the lush foliage to ambush unsuspecting hummingbird prey. Its coiled body and piercing gaze reveal the true essence of a master hunter. The Heliconia flower, specifically the Heliconia lankasteri species featured here, unknowingly becomes both stage and prop for this thrilling spectacle. As if aware of its role in this delicate dance between life and death, it showcases its own beauty alongside that of its reptilian visitor. This snapshot encapsulates the incredible biodiversity hotspot that is Central America. Amidst towering trees and abundant wildlife, these palm pit vipers reign supreme as silent assassins – their presence adding an element of danger to an already enchanting rainforest ecosystem. Phil Savoie's lens has captured not just a moment frozen in time but also serves as a reminder that even within seemingly peaceful surroundings lurks nature's deadly beauty. So next time you venture into the depths of our planet's wildernesses, keep your eyes peeled for hidden wonders like these – they may just take your breath away
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