Third Eye - Vegas Vacation 2004  
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Coachwhip The Fastest Snake In The West
I caught a coachwhip (Masticophis flagellum).
Coachwhip Whip Smart
These snakes get their name because they often have a black neck with a tan body and scales that look like a braided whip. They can grow to six feet in length.
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Coachwhip Coachwhip Close-Up
These alert, active snakes are usually found out in the daytime. They are well known for having a bad temper.
Desert Pool Desert Pool
One of several pools found in the middle of nowhere. Not only was finding water unexpected, but we contemplated what the identity of the creatures living in the water were.
Pool Life Pool Life
These crustaceans resembled brine shrimp, although they were much larger.
Rock Formation Rock Formation
There were many scenic areas where we were.
Desert Iguana Desert Iguana
The only desert iguana (Dipsosaurus dorsalis) we saw was this juvenile.
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