Based on 1,369 research-grade iNaturalist observations in Nevada, Greater Roadrunner is most often recorded in October; in Nevada it behaves like a year-round resident. It ranks #15 among birds recorded in the state in our data.
Geococcyx californianus
Greater Roadrunner in Nevada by month
Bars show research-grade observations per month. They mix true seasonality with how often people are outdoors, so treat small numbers with caution.
Also seen in Nevada in October
White-crowned Sparrow
Great-tailed Grackle
Mallard
American Coot
Yellow-rumped Warbler
Canada Goose
Red-tailed Hawk
Northern Flicker
Places to look in Nevada
State ParkValley of Fire State Park
National ForestInyo National Forest
State ParkWard Charcoal Ovens State Historic Park
State ParkWashoe Lake State Park
State ParkBerlin–Ichthyosaur State Park
National ForestHumboldt–Toiyabe National Forest
FAQ
When does Greater Roadrunner appear in Nevada?
Mainly September–August, with the most records in October.
How common is Greater Roadrunner in Nevada?
It ranks #15 by number of iNaturalist observations among birds in Nevada (1,369 records in our sample).