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Striped Racer
Masticophis lateralis
Across the regions where it's common, the Striped Racer peaks from April to October.
Shows up in 3 ecoregions and 1 state
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Snakes
Striped Racer
Masticophis lateralis
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Description
The California whipsnake (Masticophis lateralis), also known as the striped racer, is a colubrid snake found in habitats of the coast, desert, and foothills of California. Masticophis lateralis is 90–120 centimetres (3.0–3.9 ft) in total length (including tail).Wikipedia ↗
Habitat
The geographic range of the Alameda whipsnake subspecies is contiguous in the area of southern Alameda County, northern Santa Clara County, and western San Joaquin County, in the southeastern Bay Area of Northern California. The geographic range of the chaparral whipsnake subspecies has been reported to include woodlands, grasslands, chaparral scrublands, and riparian habitats.Wikipedia ↗
When it's active
Masticophis lateralis is fast-moving, diurnal, and an active forager.Wikipedia ↗
When and where it's active
Each row is its own calendar, counted from records in that area. Seasons shift by place.
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CaliforniaAbout the Striped Racer
When is the Striped Racer most active?
Across the regions where it's common, the Striped Racer peaks from April to October.
Where does the Striped Racer live?
It has enough records to show in 3 ecoregions and 1 states, including California.