The ruffed grouse has been Pennsylvania's state bird since 1931.This brown, chicken-like bird gets its name from the black "ruffs" on the side of its neck.It was an important part of the food supply ...
A proposal is underway to create a new fund to improve Pennsylvania’s forest habitat to protect birds like the ruffed grouse. Sen. Greg Rothman, R-34th Dist., in Perry County and parts of Cumberland ...
Question: I was walking in the woods recently, and I was startled by a bird taking off next to me. Was this a grouse or even a pheasant? Answer: If it was in the woods of central and northern ...
To hear a ruffed grouse drumming in a forest or witness their immense takeoff speed as they flush is exhilarating for the small-game hunter and other outdoor enthusiasts alike. An encounter with ...
Despite decades of decline, a genetic analysis of ruffed grouse reveals that Pennsylvania's state bird harbors more genetic diversity and connectivity than expected. The findings suggest that the ...
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