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Why did the Cactus Wren get adopted by Arizona?

Because New Mexico had already chosen the Roadrunner as the New Mexico sate bird.


What states do roadrunners live in?

New Mexico's state bird is the roadrunner(Chaparrel) ; see relevant link .


What is the name of a bird in New Mexico?

Roadrunner is the official state bird for New Mexico.


What state has the state bird as a roadrunner?

New Mexico


When did New Mexico's state bird become it state bird?

The Roadrunner officially became the state bird of New Mexico on March 16th, 1949.


What is the the state bird?

The roadrunner (also known as the chaparral bird) is the official state bird of New Mexico.


Which state has the chicken as its state bird?

The state of Delaware has the Blue Hen Chicken as their official state bird.The state of Rhode island has the Rhode Island Red Chicken as its state bird.


What US state has their official bird that later became a cartoon character?

New Mexico's official bird is the roadrunner. This bird became a character with the Warner Brothers cartoon studio.


Why was the New Mexico state bird selected to be a symbol?

The Greater Roadrunner was selected as the New Mexico state bird due to its unique characteristics and cultural significance. Known for its distinctive appearance and behavior, the roadrunner is well-adapted to the desert environment, symbolizing the state's diverse wildlife. Additionally, the bird holds a prominent place in Native American folklore, further embedding it in New Mexico's cultural identity. Its selection reflects both the natural heritage and the cultural values of the state.


What is the state bird of Mexico?

Roadrunner (The Chaparral Bird)The official state bird of New Mexico is the chaparral bird, commonly called roadrunner, adopted in 1949. More: I was married briefly to a woman from Australia. All she knew about roadrunners was what she had seen in American cartoons shown in Australia. She fully expected roadrunners to be 4 or 5 feet tall. She was quite surprised to find that they are only about 20 to 24 inches tall.


Is killing a roadrunner in New Mexico illegal?

Yes.


Where is a roadrunner found?

The greater roadrunner is found across much of the desert southwest and in much of Mexico. To view a range map click here.