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.
Flags of convenience
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If a ship sails under a flag of convenience, it means it is operated or taxed under the laws of a country different from its home country in order to save money:
Flags of convenience meaning & definition 1 of Flags of convenience.
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the flag of a country that will register a ship (= list it as a ship of that country) that is owned by someone from another country:
Flags of convenience meaning & definition 2 of Flags of convenience.
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