“The most common snake you will never see”, sounds like a challenge to some. This species, however, manages to avoid being observed by even seasoned biologists. It avoids detection by living in California’s grasslands; by being green and well hidden; and the final method is in its name—Racer. Racers are extremely common in California and through the entire southern half of the United States. They are so well camouflaged, as well as being remarkably fast, that when most people see this snake the first thing they say is, “I think I saw a snake”.
Racers move through grasslands with their head help up like a periscope, which helps them to see their prey: insects, spiders, lizards, frogs, birds and their eggs, and other small animals. These snakes are common in both McNabney and Moorhen Marshes, but a rarely detected. The best time to find one is the early morning hours of a warm day. This snake will sit out in open areas of trails while it warms up for its very high-paced lifestyle.
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