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Greater Roadrunner

Geococcyx californianus

Photo by Cody.conway
Published on Project Noah
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Description:

The Greater Roadrunner, taxonomically classified as Geococcyx californianus, meaning "Californian Earth-cuckoo," is a long-legged bird in the cuckoo family, Cuculidae.

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Fly Fisher
Saw these run across many roads in Texas! Great pic!
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PublishedApril 24, 2013

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