What is la.grulla?

La Grulla is a small city located in Starr County, Texas, United States. As of the 2010 census, the city's population was 1,487. The city is situated along the Rio Grande, which separates Texas from Mexico. La Grulla is a farming community and is known for its citrus and vegetable crops. The city has a total area of 2.1 square miles and is served by the Rio Grande City Consolidated Independent School District. La Grulla is situated approximately 60 miles west of McAllen, Texas, and 20 miles east of Rio Grande City, Texas. The city's economy also depends on the export of goods to Mexico through international bridges.