The Birds of Mitchell Lake
Presented by the San Antonio Water System
Greater Roadrunner

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This is member of the cuckoo family.  It likes to run although it is perfectly capable of flying.  Found in brushy areas and more open areas where there is come cover.  At Mitchell Lake, it may be seen almost anywhere.  Feeds on lizards, snakes and a variety of insects.