The Sonoran Desert Roadrunner Linda Bolon When one thinks of the Sonoran Desert the Roadrunner perhaps comes to mind. Americans grew up thinking of a cartoon character who cried “beep beep” as it sped away from another Sonoran Desert animal, Wiley Coyote. It gained its name from the habit of running toward cars. In reality,…
Linda Bolon Gambel’s Quail is a member of the pheasant family. The male averages about six ounces. Females average between 5.7 and 5.9 ounces. They can attain speeds of up to 14 mph and they can fly as fast as 35 mph. Although the Gambel’s have forward tilting plumes that end in a comma shape,…
Linda Bolon Have you ever wondered what type of bird is responsible for that loud screeching call? What bird is making that loud banging noise on your metal gutters or pipes? You are experiencing the wonders of the Gila Woodpecker. The loud banging or pecking on metal is to declare their territories and to attract…