Masticophis Bilineatus (Noun)
Meaning
Both terrestrial and arboreal snake of United States southwest.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Masticophis bilineatus, also known as the Sonoran whipsnake, is an agile terrestrial and arboreal snake native to the southwestern United States.
- In the deserts and forests of southern Arizona, it's not uncommon to find the masticophis bilineatus perched high up on a tree branches or basking in the sun on a rocky outcropping.
- Masticophis bilineatus preys on small lizards and birds in the trees, as well as on the ground in its desert habitats.
- Researchers were fascinated by the unique adaptations that allow masticophis bilineatus to thrive in both terrestrial and arboreal environments of the US southwest.
- When threatened, masticophis bilineatus will often rapidly vibrate its tail back and forth, creating a loud buzzing noise.