Water snake(s)

Image Critiques
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Watersnake 19.jpg
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Watersnake 17.jpg
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Watersnake 14.jpg
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Watersnake 18.jpg
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Critique Style Requested: Standard

The photographer is looking for generalized feedback about the aesthetic and technical qualities of their image.

Description

The spillway behind my house hosts water snakes this time of year when there is sufficient water flow. These were taken in the past week.

Specific Feedback

Any comments appreciated. Do you have a favorite?
Any thoughts on the bug on top of the snake in the first and last image?

Technical Details

Canon R7, 200-800mm
first image: ISO 6400, f9, 1/1250s
second image: ISO 6400, f9, 1/800s
third image: ISO 4000, f9, 1/1000s
fourth image: ISO 6400, f11, 1/1250s

Processed in DXO PureRaw 4 and Photoshop.

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Allen, these are all fine looks at these Watersnakes. I get a kick out of the bug (looks like a mosquito) “riding” on the snake’s head. Catching the extended tongue is a fine benefit. I get the norther version of this snake “visiting” my pond occasionally and they are very interesting to watch and photograph.