Grouse

Explore the captivating world of grouse and learn about their unique characteristics and habitats. Find tips on how to spot these magnificent birds in the wild and discover why they are a favorite among birdwatchers.
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The dappled, grayish or reddish Ruffed Grouse is hard to see, but its “drumming on air” display is a fixture of many spring forests. It can come as a surprise to learn this distant sound, like an engine trying to start, comes from a bird at all. This plump grouse has a cocky crest and a tail marked by a broad, dark band near the tip. Displaying males expose a rich black ruff of neck feathers, giving them their name.

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