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Greater roadrunner

Geococcyx californianus

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About Greater roadrunner

Size

50 - 60 cm

Weight

225 - 375 g

Lifespan

7-8 years

Diet

Insects, Small reptiles, Rodents, Fruit

Conservation Status

Status

Least Concern

Population Trend

stable

Threats

  • Habitat loss
  • Vehicle collisions
  • Introduced predators

Additional Notes

Greater roadrunners are not currently considered threatened or endangered.

Distribution

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Southwest United States

North America • United States

Greater roadrunners are most commonly found in desert areas.