Greater Roadrunner - Warming itself by erecting feathers to allow sun to strike directly on black skin - Large-crested-terrestrial bird of arid Southwest - Common in scrub desert and mesquite groves - Seldom flies -Eats lizards-snakes
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Greater Roadrunner - Warming itself by erecting feathers to allow sun to strike directly on black skin - Large-crested-terrestrial bird of arid Southwest - Common in scrub desert and mesquite groves - Seldom flies -Eats lizards-snakes
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Greater Roadrunner - Warming itself by erecting feathers to allow sun to strike directly on black skin
Arizona USA
Geococcyx californianus
John Cancalosi
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Basking Roadrunner Roadrunners Sunbathing Temperature Control
Sun's Out, Feathers Up! Roadrunner Masters the Art of Sunbathing in Style
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. In this snapshot captured by wildlife enthusiast John Cancalosi, we witness a truly remarkable sight - a Greater Roadrunner showcasing its temperature control skills with finesse. With feathers erected like an elegant crown, this large-crested terrestrial bird from the arid Southwest of Arizona has found the perfect way to warm itself under the scorching sun. Known for its common presence in scrub deserts and mesquite groves, this elusive avian creature seldom takes flight. Instead, it prefers to strut around on foot while feasting on lizards, snakes, and insects that cross its path. But what sets our feathered friend apart is its ingenious method of basking in sunlight. By erecting those magnificent feathers just right, it allows direct contact between the sun's rays and its black skin – talk about smart fashion choices! With a beady eye fixed on us through the lens of Cancalosi's camera, this roadrunner seems to relish every moment spent soaking up those precious sunbeams. Its face turned towards the sky as if saying "Hello Mr. Sun!". So next time you find yourself yearning for some vitamin D therapy or simply seeking inspiration for your own tanning routine - take notes from our desert-dwelling superstar here! After all, who needs beach chairs when you can have nature's very own temperature-controlled loungers?
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