Solitary Sandpiper Vs. Serpent

Solitary Sandpiper Vs. Serpent, originally uploaded by Hannibals Animals.

It was a brutal battle that the sandpiper ultimately won, but not without a clever defensive move by the serpent, trying to wiggle it's way back out of the mouth and wrapping itself around the bill to keep it closed. The maneuver almost worked, but the brute strength and hunger this sandpiper displayed could not be overcame by the challenger. It was a worthy match up, pleasing the cheering crowd of just one...me!