One of 10 species of grouse native to North America, seeing the secretive Ruffed grouse, can be a little difficult. In fall though you may spot one balancing on limbs of alders as they forage buds or you may hear one in the morning drumming. The name “ruffed” comes from the long, shiny, black or chocolate colored neck feathers that are most prominent on the male.

00:00:28 Appearance
00:01:54 Distribution
00:02:28 Habitat
00:03:25 Diet
00:04:09 Drumming
00:05:33 Behavior
00:06:57 Breeding
00:08:03 Population

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