Greater roadrunner - Wikipedia
The greater roadrunner (Geococcyx californianus) is a long-legged bird in the cuckoo family, Cuculidae, from the Aridoamerica region in the Southwestern United States and Mexico. The scientific name means "Californian earth-cuckoo". Along with the lesser roadrunner, it is one of two species in the genus Geococcyx.
Greater Roadrunner - All About Birds
A bird born to run, the Greater Roadrunner can outrace a human, kill a rattlesnake, and thrive in the harsh landscapes of the Desert Southwest. Roadrunners reach two feet from sturdy bill to white tail tip, with a bushy blue-black crest and mottled plumage that …
Greater Roadrunner Geococcyx californianus - eBird
Runs swiftly after large insects, lizards, and other prey. Unmistakable in most of range; overlaps locally with Lesser Roadrunner in west Mexico. Greater has more streaking on the throat and center of breast, instead of clear buffy on Lesser. Listen for very low-pitched cooing song.
Greater Roadrunner | Audubon Field Guide
The most famous bird in the southwest, featured in folklore and cartoons, known by its long tail and expressive crest. The Roadrunner walks and runs on the ground, flying only when necessary. It can...
ADW: Geococcyx californianus: INFORMATION
Research shows that Geococcyx californianus has little chance of persisting in coastal southern California, where sage scrub areas occur only in highly populated areas. Development has reduced this potential habitat to patches too small for …
Greater Roadrunner Identification - All About Birds
A bird born to run, the Greater Roadrunner can outrace a human, kill a rattlesnake, and thrive in the harsh landscapes of the Desert Southwest. Roadrunners reach two feet from sturdy bill to white tail tip, with a bushy blue-black crest and mottled plumage that …
Greater roadrunner, facts and photos - National Geographic
The bird, which can run up to 17 miles an hour, is a beloved symbol of the American Southwest and the inspiration for Road Runner, a popular Looney Tunes cartoon character.
Greater Roadrunner - National Wildlife Federation
Greater roadrunners—members of the cuckoo family—are about two feet (0.6 meters) tall with long, thin legs. They have mottled brown-and-tan feathers. The tail is long and sticks out to help the roadrunner balance when standing and running.
Greater Roadrunner Life History - All About Birds
A bird born to run, the Greater Roadrunner can outrace a human, kill a rattlesnake, and thrive in the harsh landscapes of the Desert Southwest. Roadrunners reach two feet from sturdy bill to white tail tip, with a bushy blue-black crest and mottled plumage that …
Greater Roadrunner - U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Greater Roadrunner. Kingdom. Animalia. Location in Taxonomic Tree . Genus. Geococcyx. Species. Geococcyx californianus. Identification Numbers. TSN: 177836. Geography. Launch Interactive Map. Working with others to conserve, protect and enhance fish, wildlife, plants and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people.
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