Geococcyx californianusRoadrunners prefer to walk or run, but they can fly short distances.
Diet: insects, birds, reptiles, mice, plants
Habitat: desert scrub, chaparral, open woodlands
Length: 20-25 inches
Rachael's Notes
There are many Road Runners at the Phoenix Zoo. They do breed; babies can be seen in the spring.
Where to spot them: They are usually very easy to spot. The most common spot to see them is on the ledge next to the Prarie dogs, where they will run back and forth.
Other animals: The Road Runners share an exhibit with the Burrowing Owls. The two birds rarely interact. If a Road Runner runs in front of or near one of the owls, the owls will usually back away a little bit. Other than that, the two species do not seem to mind eachother. A vulture is sometimes present in the exhibit, as well. Don't worry! The vultures will not harm any of the animals they share an exhibit with.
Where to spot them: They are usually very easy to spot. The most common spot to see them is on the ledge next to the Prarie dogs, where they will run back and forth.
Other animals: The Road Runners share an exhibit with the Burrowing Owls. The two birds rarely interact. If a Road Runner runs in front of or near one of the owls, the owls will usually back away a little bit. Other than that, the two species do not seem to mind eachother. A vulture is sometimes present in the exhibit, as well. Don't worry! The vultures will not harm any of the animals they share an exhibit with.
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