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Greater Roadrunner Collection

The Greater Roadrunner, also known as Geococcyx californianus, is a fascinating bird species found in grasslands and habitats across the United States

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: Delalander's coua, Coua delalandei (extinct), and greater roadrunner, Geococcyx californianus

Delalander's coua, Coua delalandei (extinct), and greater roadrunner, Geococcyx californianus
FLO4659950 Delalander's coua, Coua delalandei (extinct), and greater roadrunner, Geococcyx californianus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lesson's Complements de

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: Greater Roadrunner in flight in desert, Pima County, Arizona

Greater Roadrunner in flight in desert, Pima County, Arizona

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: Greater Roadrunner with lizard in desert, Pima County, Arizona

Greater Roadrunner with lizard in desert, Pima County, Arizona

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: Greater Roadrunner in desert, Pima County, Arizona

Greater Roadrunner in desert, Pima County, Arizona

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: Greater Roadrunner in desert, Pima County, Arizona

Greater Roadrunner in desert, Pima County, Arizona

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: Greater Roadrunner in desert, Pima County, Arizona

Greater Roadrunner in desert, Pima County, Arizona

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: Greater Roadrunner in desert, Pima County, Arizona

Greater Roadrunner in desert, Pima County, Arizona

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: Greater Roadrunner in desert, Pima County, Arizona

Greater Roadrunner in desert, Pima County, Arizona

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: Greater roadrunner, a brief moment on a cactus skeleton, USA, Arizona

Greater roadrunner, a brief moment on a cactus skeleton, USA, Arizona

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: Greater roadrunner short flight, USA, Arizona

Greater roadrunner short flight, USA, Arizona

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: Greater roadrunner

Greater roadrunner

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: Greater roadrunner (Geococcyx californianus), adult drinking, Rio Grande Valley, South Texas

Greater roadrunner (Geococcyx californianus), adult drinking, Rio Grande Valley, South Texas, Texas, USA. June

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: Greater roadrunner on the go

Greater roadrunner on the go

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: Greater Roadrunner (Geococcyx californianus), sunbathing

Greater Roadrunner (Geococcyx californianus), sunbathing. Warming itself by erecting feathers to allow sun to strike directly on black skin. Arizona, USA

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: Greater roadrunner (Geococcyx californianus) in habitat

Greater roadrunner (Geococcyx californianus) in habitat

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: USA, Arizona, Sabino Canyon. Greater roadrunner walking

USA, Arizona, Sabino Canyon. Greater roadrunner walking. Credit as: Cathy and Gordon Illg / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont.com

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: Greater Roadrunner perched in scrub, Geococcyx californianus

Greater Roadrunner perched in scrub, Geococcyx californianus

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: Greater Roadrunner, Geococcyx californianus, bird eating lizard

Greater Roadrunner, Geococcyx californianus, bird eating lizard

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: Geoccyx californianus, running Greater Roadrunner, side view

Geoccyx californianus, running Greater Roadrunner, side view

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: Roadrunner perched on an Air Conditioning Unit

Roadrunner perched on an Air Conditioning Unit
Roadrunner perched on an air conditioning unit in early morning

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: Greater Roadrunner, Geococcyx californianus, Bosque Del Apache, New Mexico, USA

Greater Roadrunner, Geococcyx californianus, Bosque Del Apache, New Mexico, USA

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: Greater Roadrunner (Geococcyx californianus), adult preening, Rio Grande Valley, South Texas

Greater Roadrunner (Geococcyx californianus), adult preening, Rio Grande Valley, South Texas
Greater Roadrunner (Geococcyx Californianus), adult preening, Rio Grande Valley, South Texas USA

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: Greater Roadrunner (Geococcyx calfornianus)

Greater Roadrunner (Geococcyx calfornianus)
Greater Roadrunner (Geococcyx Californianus)

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: USA, Texas, Rio Grande Valley. Close-up of adult greater roadrunner bird grooming

USA, Texas, Rio Grande Valley. Close-up of adult greater roadrunner bird grooming. Credit as: Dave Welling / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: USA, Texas, Starr County. Close-up of greater roadrunner on ground

USA, Texas, Starr County. Close-up of greater roadrunner on ground. Credit as: Dave Welling / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: A Road runner pauses momentarily on its search on the desert floor for grubs

A Road runner pauses momentarily on its search on the desert floor for grubs and small animals in southern Arizona. (Large format sizes available)

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: USA, Arizona, Santa Rita Mountains. A greater roadrunner on rock

USA, Arizona, Santa Rita Mountains. A greater roadrunner on rock. Credit as: Wendy Kaveney / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: Greater Roadrunner (Geococcyx californianus) excited adult, foraging, south Texas

Greater Roadrunner (Geococcyx californianus) excited adult, foraging, south Texas brush lands in late afternoon, USA

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: Santa Clara Ranch, Rio Grande Valley, McCook, Texas, North America, USA. Greater Roadrunner

Santa Clara Ranch, Rio Grande Valley, McCook, Texas, North America, USA. Greater Roadrunner
Santa Clara Ranch, Rio Grande Valley, McCook, Texas, USA. Greater Roadrunner, Geococcyx californianus

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: An adult Greater roadrunner, Geococcyx californianus, runs alongside the road in

An adult Greater roadrunner, Geococcyx californianus, runs alongside the road in Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: Greater Roadrunner posing in desert environment of southern California

Greater Roadrunner posing in desert environment of southern California

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: USA, Arizona, Lake Havasu City. Close-up of greater roadrunner perched on stump

USA, Arizona, Lake Havasu City. Close-up of greater roadrunner perched on stump

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: Greater Roadrunner Geococyx californianus adult alongside road with snake Salton

Greater Roadrunner Geococyx californianus adult alongside road with snake Salton Sea California April

Background imageGreater Roadrunner Collection: Greater Roadrunner (Geococcyx californianus), Bosque Del Apache National Wildlife Refuge

Greater Roadrunner (Geococcyx californianus), Bosque Del Apache National Wildlife Refuge, New Mexico, United States of America, North America




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The Greater Roadrunner, also known as Geococcyx californianus, is a fascinating bird species found in grasslands and habitats across the United States. With its sleek body and long legs, this bird is always on the go. In South Texas's Rio Grande Valley, an adult they are be seen taking a refreshing drink from a nearby water source. Its vibrant feathers glisten under the sun as it quenches its thirst. But these birds are not just about relaxation; they are constantly on the move. In Sabino Canyon, Arizona, one can witness a Greater Roadrunner confidently walking through its habitat with purposeful strides. Sometimes, even roadrunners need to take some time for themselves. Basking in the warm sunlight, a Greater Roadrunner enjoys sunbathing while spreading its wings wide open to soak up every ray of sunshine. Grooming plays an essential role in their daily routine too. In Starr County, Texas, we get a close-up view of an adult roadrunner meticulously preening its feathers to maintain that impeccable appearance. These birds have adapted well to their surroundings and are skilled hunters. Pausing momentarily during their search for grubs on the desert floor showcases their agility and determination in finding food. Whether it's drinking water or grooming itself with precision care, each moment spent observing these magnificent creatures reveals why they are called "Greater" Roadrunners – truly remarkable beings thriving in diverse landscapes across America.