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.
Expediency
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The quality of being expedient or advantageous; fitness
or suitableness to effect a purpose intended; adaptedness to
self-interest; desirableness; advantage; advisability; -- sometimes
contradistinguished from moral rectitude.
Expediency meaning & definition 1 of Expediency.
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helpful or useful in a particular situation, but sometimes not morally acceptable:
Expediency meaning & definition 2 of Expediency.
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