Female © Laure Wilson Neish
Chick © Ad Konings
Male © Mike Andersen
Male © Jackson Trappett
+ 5
Display © Andrew Spencer
Female © Tanner Martin
Female © David Disher
Habitat © Emma Rosen

Dusky Grouse Dendragapus obscurus

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Identification

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Large, dark chickenlike bird found in wooded habitats, usually with conifers and shrubby undergrowth. Typically seen on the ground; easiest to see in mid-summer when females and chicks frequent roadsides and trails. When male displays, ruffles neck feathers to reveal wrinkled purple-red skin and makes deep hooting noise. Female browner and more intricately patterned. Note large size and relatively long tail. Feeds on plant matter, especially conifer needles. Separate from Sooty Grouse by range.

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