Geococcyx californianus
Southwest desert and dry brush. A long-tailed crested ground bird.
What does a greater roadrunner look like?
A long-tailed crested ground bird.
What sign does it leave?
An X print, two toes forward and two back.
Droppings
A pellet on a rock. Do not handle droppings.
Where you find it
Southwest desert and dry brush.
This page is a field guide, not a permit to approach wildlife. If a bird is injured, call a local wildlife rehabilitator.
Often confused with a wild turkey. All animal identification pages.