Raptor Vs. Rattler: Photo Of The Day

WALNUT CREEK, CA — Sylvia Rodriguez snapped this amazing photo last Friday at Lime Ridge Open Space, Ygnacio Valley Road.

We sure hope you used a telephoto lens and not a smart phone, Sylvia!

The photo is oddly cropped above. Here's a look at the full shot including the bird and rattlesnake —

Thank you, Sylvia. Your photo is a good reminder to wear boots on the hiking trail...certainly no sandals!

If you have an awesome photo of nature, breath-taking scenery, kids caught being kids, a pet doing something funny or something unusual you happen to catch with your camera, we'd love to feature it on Patch.

We're looking for high-resolution images that reflect the beauty and fun that is Northern California, and that show off your unique talents.

Email it to autumn.johnson@patch.com.

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