Greater Roadrunner

Birds / Other Birds

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The Greater Roadrunner is a large cuckoo adapted to life on the ground in dry, open landscapes. Its long legs, raised crest, streaked plumage, and extended tail create a distinctive outline as it runs between patches of cover. It hunts insects, reptiles, and other small animals, while also taking some plant food. Although capable of flight, it often chooses to run. The long tail helps balance and steer its body during quick changes of direction.

Reference: Cornell Lab of Ornithology: All About Birds

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