Alameda striped racer
A species of Eastern racers, Also known as California striped racer Scientific name : Coluber lateralis Genus : Eastern racers
Alameda striped racer, A species of Eastern racers
Also known as:
California striped racer
Scientific name: Coluber lateralis
Genus: Eastern racers
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Description General Info
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Description
M. lateralis is 90–120 centimetres (3.0–3.9 ft) in total length (including tail). It is slender, with a yellowish stripe along each side, set against a dark brown or black back. 
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Alameda striped racer, predominantly consumes arthropods, featuring insects such as spiders and beetles in its diet. It also incorporates smaller reptiles and rodents into its feeding routine.
Appearance
Alameda striped racer is a moderately-sized, slender snake with smooth and glossy scales. It is impeccably designed with a striking coloration of dusky blue-grey on its back and bright orange-yellow on its belly. Distinctive black stripes run alongside the body from head to tail. Both sexes and all ages possess this dramatized visual appeal, making alameda striped racer a beauty in the world of serpents.
Behavior
Alameda striped racer is a solitary, diurnal creature with striking foraging strategies. It exhibits a swift and characteristic concertina method of locomotion while hunting. As an oviparous species, females lay eggs in concealed spots. Notably, alameda striped racer displays intriguing defensive behavior such as bluff strikes when threatened. No specific territorial marking has been observed for this species. Its behavioral dynamics align with its semi-arid, terrestrial habitats.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Reptiles Order
Lizards and snakes Family
Colubrids Genus
Eastern racers Species
Alameda striped racer 
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