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| Muscovy Ducks (Feral) |
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| Turtle |
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| Rat Snake on Garden Hose |
I don't enjoy seeing snakes! This black one was stretched out in front of our door and I waited for him to slink away before I stepped outside. Then I took his picture!
Rat snakes are harmless unless you happen to be a rodent or bird. I learned that they are protected in Virginia, as are all snakes unless they present a threat. They can be very startling though! I scattered some snake repellent around our door. I don't know how effective it is.
Okay, enough about snakes! The little bird on a willow branch and some cows are more pleasant to see, at least for me.
Love the birds, the meadow...but the snake! No way. I know for sure, I'd keep the snake repellent manufacturer in business for a lifetime!!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing these amazing images with us birders at I'd Rather B Birdin' this week!! You're always appreciated!
I've been hoping to spot my brother-in-law's rat snake again!
ReplyDelete(He doesn't like snakes, either, but I've seen it twice in his backyard. That's the one I got to pose crawling over my left shoe.)
I haven't seen any Muscovy ducks in such a while. They are very personable!
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Things that don't make much noise when they slither can be startling
ReplyDeleteWe do need some snakes but I would rather not have them around my house and garden. There is something about them that really scares me, even when I know they are more helpful than harmful.
ReplyDeleteSo that is the name of the ducks. I have seen them before but didn't know the name.
ReplyDeleteThe snake - scream!!!
I can't let them go if they are anywhere near my steps, can't help what they are. They can slither inside under doors if there is a tiny spot for them to come in.
Not protected at my house. Very good shots you have here today.
Great captures of these critters!
ReplyDeleteI don't mind snakes too much so long as I know where they are and that they aren't poisonous.
ReplyDeleteThe ducks are quite unusual to my eyes.
ReplyDeleteAwesome critters post! Have a great day!
ReplyDeleteFun collection of creatures. I'm not a fan of snakes either. I'd prefer to stay far from them!
ReplyDeleterat snake sounds good. It will take care of the rats :) You have to love that ugly duck, :)
ReplyDeleteHello, great series of photos and critters. The snakes do help to get rid of the rodents. Cool captures of the ducks and turtle. Sorry, I am late visiting and commenting. I am still catching up after being away. Thank you so much for linking up and sharing your post. Have a happy day and week ahead!
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