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.
Integument
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That which naturally invests or covers another thing, as thetesta or the tegmen of a seed; specifically (Anat.), a covering whichinvests the body, as the skin, or a membrane that invests aparticular.
Integument meaning & definition 1 of Integument.
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The general term in biology that refers most commonly to the covering of an organism or organ,such as skin ,membrane,or cuticle.
(Botany):the outer layer of an ovule which later develops into the seed coat.
(Derived terms):integumentary.Integument meaning & definition 2 of Integument.
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A tough outer protective layer, especially that of an animal or plant.
Integument meaning & definition 3 of Integument.
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an outer covering, for example a skin or shell
Integument meaning & definition 4 of Integument.
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