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.
Balls to the walls
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Term used to describe an intense, or extreme situation.
Origin: In aviation, the throttles (or power levers) are usually sticks with ball shaped ends. When a pilot wants full power, he moves the throttle forward towards the front wall of the cockpit. Thus, balls to the walls meant full power.
Balls to the walls meaning & definition 1 of Balls to the walls.
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When you take a risk, or doing something that you normally would be not inclined to do; doing something dangerous some may see as foolish or crazy; just doing it
Balls to the walls meaning & definition 2 of Balls to the walls.
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