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.
Endocrine system
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The endocrine system is made up of a series of glands that produce chemicals called hormones to [regulate] the body.
Hormones regulate many functions of an organism, including mood, growth and development, tissue function, and metabolism.
Typical endocrine glands include the pituitary, [thyroid], adrenal, pineal, [hypothalamus], parathyroid, thymus, adreanal, pancreas, testes in men and ovaries in women.
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