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.
Occidental
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Of, pertaining to, or situated in, the occident, or
west; western; -- opposed to oriental; as, occidental climates, or
customs; an occidental planet.
Occidental meaning & definition 1 of Occidental.
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Western, opposite of oriental
Occidental meaning & definition 2 of Occidental.
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relating to the western part of the world, especially the countries of Europe and America:
Occidental meaning & definition 3 of Occidental.
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