Masticophis

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The list of species of Masticophis genus

Masticophis is a genus of colubrid snakes, commonly referred to as whip snakes or coachwhips, which are endemic to the Americas. They are characterized by having a long, thin body and are not dangerous to humans.

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Coachwhip

Masticophis flagellum

The coachwhip (Masticophis flagellum) is a nonvenomous colubrid snake found only in the United States and Mexico. The primary myth concerning coachwhips, that they chase people, likely arises from the snake and the person both being frightened, and...

California Whipsnake

Masticophis lateralis

The California whipsnake (Masticophis lateralis ) also known as the striped racer, is a colubrid snake found in habitats of the coast, desert, and foothills of California.

Striped Whipsnake

Masticophis taeniatus

The Striped whipsnake (Masticophis taeniatus) is a nonvenomous snake from North America. It is closely related to the California whipsnake (Masticophis lateralis).