A red racer snake in the desert with its head raised
Red racers can measure up to 5.5 feet long.
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A red racer on a light lilac background
Red racers have light brown, pink, or red body with regular dark blotches on the back.
A red racer hiding in some brush
A red racer's color and pattern provide excellent camouflage in its natural habitat.
A red racer stretched to almost full length
The majority of red racers are primarily red, though black and yellow morphs also exist.