The striped racer, formerly called the California Whipsnake, ranges in length from 30 to 60 inches. You can generally find them in the foothills to about 6,000 feet, especially in chaparral habitats.
They are very active and can easily climb trees and bushes.
Striped racers are one of several species of snakes that live in the Sierra Nevada region. Some of the others include the rattlesnake, rubber boa, gopher snake, king snake, garter snake, and many others. Of these, only the rattlesnake is venomous.
What do striped racer snakes eat?
They prey on frogs, salamanders, lizards, other snakes, birds, and rodents. Juveniles will eat large insects.
How do striped racer snakes reproduce?
Around the months of May to July, they lay 6 to 11 eggs which hatch 2 to 3 months later. The young snakes are precocial, meaning they need little or no parental care.