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.
Banshie
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A supernatural being supposed by the Irish and Scotch
peasantry to warn a family of the speedy death of one of its members,
by wailing or singing in a mournful voice under the windows of the
house.
Banshie meaning & definition 1 of Banshie.
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