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.
suborder hystricomorpha
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an order of rodents including: porcupines; guinea pigs; chinchillas; etc.
suborder hystricomorpha meaning & definition 1 of suborder hystricomorpha.
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Hystricomorpha is a suborder of the order Rodentia that comprises a large number of species of rodents, including porcupines, chinchillas, guinea pigs, and capybaras among others. It is characterized by a unique arrangement of the masseter (jaw muscles) and associated skull structures, allowing for more efficient gnawing. The suborder is predominantly distributed in the tropics and subtropics regions.
suborder hystricomorpha meaning & definition 2 of suborder hystricomorpha.
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