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Ruffed grouse feeding in treetops after snowfall

This ruffed grouse almost looks like a chicken in the trees. Notice that it faces forward along the branch with one foot in front. This is a very common posture for a ruffed grouse in a tree. Credit: Brad Sylvester

This ruffed grouse almost looks like a chicken in the trees. Notice that it faces forward along the branch with one foot in front. This is a very common posture for a ruffed grouse in a tree.
Even in silhouette, the ruffed grouse is easily identifiable due to its size, body shape and distinctive crest.
Normally a ground feeder, the ruffed grouse will often take to the trees in search of food after a heavy snowfall.
Although it was backlit by the morning sun, a bit of the ruffed grouse's effective forest floor camouflage can be seen in this picture.
Normally a ground feeder, the ruffed grouse will often take to the trees in search of food after a heavy snowfall.
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