If you live in the southwestern United States, you’ve likely seen a roadrunner. These common birds are ground-dwelling members of the cuckoo family. They are found in the American Southwest and Mexico. Roadrunners are starting to spread to the central United States as well.
A roadrunner can grow to two feet in length. It is mostly brown with white markings. The roadrunner has a large crest and a very long tail. In addition, it has long legs for chasing its favorite prey—lizards, scorpions, and rodents. Roadrunners can reach speeds of more than 20 miles per hour and would rather run away from threats than fly. Roadrunners sometimes show up in backyards and gardens!
1. How would a roadrunner most likely escape from a predator?
2. Which is NOT true about the roadrunner?
3. What could be a title for this story?
4. Why do roadrunners have long legs?