Misidentification at the Marsh
At first glance, this looked like a tense standoff: bird versus alligator, nature’s version of a bad idea. But zoom in, squint, and suddenly the “gator” starts losing credibility. Turns out, our lurking menace is more log than lizard less apex predator, more swampy photobomb.
The bird, still standing like it’s negotiating peace terms, remains the star of the show. The water reflects a scene rich in drama, even if the threat is more imagined than real.
It’s a moment that reminds us: sometimes the danger isn’t danger at all, it’s just a very convincing piece of scenery. And sometimes, the photographer gets punked by nature’s camouflage.
My latest photography is now available for purchase at crsimages.pixels.com/, featuring prints, framed art, and more from my curated collections.
Misidentification at the Marsh
At first glance, this looked like a tense standoff: bird versus alligator, nature’s version of a bad idea. But zoom in, squint, and suddenly the “gator” starts losing credibility. Turns out, our lurking menace is more log than lizard less apex predator, more swampy photobomb.
The bird, still standing like it’s negotiating peace terms, remains the star of the show. The water reflects a scene rich in drama, even if the threat is more imagined than real.
It’s a moment that reminds us: sometimes the danger isn’t danger at all, it’s just a very convincing piece of scenery. And sometimes, the photographer gets punked by nature’s camouflage.
My latest photography is now available for purchase at crsimages.pixels.com/, featuring prints, framed art, and more from my curated collections.