The Iowa DNR says that the Blue Racer (commonly known as the Eastern Racer) is the fastest of Iowa’s 28 snake species, topping out at four miles per hour --- which doesn’t sound very fast, but that’s nearly six feet PER SECOND.
It’s also one of the longest snakes in Iowa, ranging from 3-5’ in length...
Cedar Rapids Iowa rates high in many "best of" categories and it's no surprise. It's a great place to live. But there are some cold, terrifying truths to accept about living in the Midwest.