The New Mexico state bird is well known for being quick on its feet and can gain speeds up to 15 mph.

House Bill 411 would amend a law covering other official state symbols, such as the official state bird and flower, and add Smithsonite as the official mineral of New Mexico.

Biologists at New Mexico State University are trying to find out why hundreds of thousands of migratory birds have been found dead across the state.

The swale paintbrush grows to about 19 inches tall, sprouting yellow-reddish flowers leading to its nickname as the glowing Indian paintbrush.

Professor Martha Desmond discusses what might be killing off tens of thousands of birds in New Mexico.

Earlier this month a facility in Texas, located near the New Mexico state line, also detected bird flu in its chickens, according to the Associated Press.

New Mexico’s state tree -- and the bird that calls it home -- could be in jeopardy because of the ongoing drought conditions.

Birds are dropping dead in New Mexico, potentially in the "hundreds of thousands," and wildlife experts are concerned.

House Bill 411 would amend a law covering other official state symbols, such as the official state bird and flower, and add Smithsonite as the official mineral of New Mexico.

Biologists at New Mexico State University are trying to find out why hundreds of thousands of migratory birds have been found dead across the state.