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.
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A prefix denoting that the ingredient (of a compound) signifiedby the term to which it is prefixed,is present in only a smallproportion, or less than the normal amount; as, subsulphide,suboxide, etc. Prefixed to the name of a salt it is equivalent tobasic; as, subacetate or basic acetate. [Obsoles.]
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