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CoachwhipReptiles

Coachwhip

Masticophis flagellum

Long, whip-thin, often pinkish, and absurdly fast by day. Totally harmless to you, brutal on rodents and lizards. You are welcome to try to catch it. You will not. If something streaks off faster than your eyes can track, that was this, laughing at you.

Key

Harmless — no venom
Good luck — harmless, but you'll just look silly trying
Beneficial — eats rodents, and even other snakes
Occasional — now and then
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