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.
Maxilla
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the upper jaw bone that supports the upper teeth and forms part of the eye sockets and nasal cavity
Maxilla meaning & definition 1 of Maxilla.
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The jaw or jawbone, specifically the upper jaw in most vertebrates. In humans it also forms part of the nose and eye socket.
Maxilla meaning & definition 2 of Maxilla.
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