Desert Chapparal

This breed of bird are exceptionally fast, but flightless (they can glide, but not when encumbered by a rider). 
They are the predominant mount of the deserts for high-speed travel and are easy to domesticate and train. 
The Chapparal has a slow and descending dove-like "coo". It also makes a rapid, vocalized clattering sound with its beak (clicks).

Basic Information

Dietary Needs and Habits

Opportunistic omnivore.

Behaviour

Wild chapparal run in herds and migrate between oases.

Additional Information

Perception and Sensory Capabilities

They also have the unique evolutionary trait of a second eye lid (ref crocodile second lids) that enable them to see in sandstorms while protecting their corneas.