A striped racer, also known as the California whipsnake, is a species of non-venomous snake native to the coast and foothills of California. It is a long, slender, and fast-moving snake, identified by its distinctive stripes running down the length of its body. They primarily feed on lizards and small rodents. The scientific name for this species is Masticophis lateralis.
Stalking-horse
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A horse, or a figure resembling a horse, behind
which a hunter conceals himself from the game he is aiming to kill.
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