What is another word for rubber boa?
Pronunciation: [ɹˈʌbə bˈə͡ʊə] (IPA) 
The rubber boa (Charina bottae) is a small, non-venomous snake native to western North America. It is known for its unique, rubbery skin texture and its ability to curl up into a tight ball when threatened. There are a few synonyms for the rubber boa, including Pacific Boa, Western Rubber Boa, and California Rubber Boa. It is often found hiding under rocks or logs, and feeds primarily on small mammals such as mice and voles. Despite their harmless nature, rubber boas are sometimes mistaken for rattlesnakes due to their similar coloring and pattern, but they do not have rattles or venomous fangs.
