Honorable mentions:
![](https://pbase.com/image/171381649/medium.jpg)
![](https://pbase.com/image/148590672/medium.jpg)
![](https://pbase.com/image/172339883/medium.jpg)
3rd place:
![](https://pbase.com/image/126685740/medium.jpg)
Superb macro. Lovely abstract pattern.
2nd place:
![](https://pbase.com/image/146711195/medium.jpg)
Graphically pleasing arrangement of this very verdant snake. Nice background black and use of depth of field.
Winner:
![](https://pbase.com/image/171672198/medium.jpg)
I love the unusual topic and perspective. A very unusual photo. Wonder what the story is here. And its plenty verdant...