UPY 2025

UPY 2019 British Waters Wide Angle - Runner Up
'Jack Perks'
Jack Perks

I'm always on the look out for unusual freshwater subjects and grass snakes are a species I've been after for years. I was told about a pond used for natural swimming and the odd grass snake that hangs around the lilly pads for frogs. I put my Hammond drysuit on and got into the water and could see one slithering along the surface. Slowly making my way towards it with my head only just poking above I got the spilt shot. Many people don't realise how aquatic grass snakes are and often spend time by the water, it was a picture I was chuffed to get!

Judge's comment: Superb image with a perfect line across the split. Good exposure both above and below the water line and such an ideal subject to cap it all off. Excellent work.
Martin Edge.