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.
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Hypopygium is a term used in botany to refer specifically to the understory or ground cover of a forest. It refers to the layer that is typically found beneath a canopy of trees, and consists primarily of grasses, ferns, and other ground-dwelling plants. This layer is important for soil retention, water quality and nutrient cycling in the forest ecosystem.
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