The Roadrunner (Geococcyx Californianus) has a buff-colored underside with a mixture of black, bronze and buff feathers on the breast. Back and tail are black and white with blue, green and bronze iridescence. Bushy crest on top of the head, that raises and lowers when their curiosity is aroused. Long legs and a sleek body make it built for speed. Feet are zygodactyl, which means two toes point forward and two point backward.
The Roadrunner is a ground dwelling bird found in open arid country with scattered cover, dry brush, chaparral and other desert scrub. Very adaptable and can control its own body temperature. Absorbs heat by the efficient use of solar energy. The roadrunner is non-migratory, and roosts in dense trees or shrubs during cold weather.
