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White Sands National Monument
Fun Facts
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Did You Know?
Unlike most other birds, which have three front toes and one back toe, the roadrunner has two front and two back toes, allowing it to run down its prey. Look for its distinct X-shaped tracks on the white sands.

Last Updated: October 02, 2008 at 10:25 EST