Grayish upperparts with tiny black and white spots. Pale gray-brown underparts; becomes buff colored towards the tail. Pale gray supercilium. Thin, slightly downward curved bill. Pale brown rump. Long, barred tail with whitish or buffy colored tips. Dark legs. Sexes similar. 5 to 6.5 inches in length.

Rocky slopes, canyons, and cliffs in arid areas.

Nesting

4-6 white eggs lightly marked with pale brown. The eggs have a ? day incubation period. Fledging occurs in ? days. The nest is shallow and made from plant fibers, roots, and feathers. The nest is usually built in a rock crevice or hollow stump.