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The Greater Sage-Grouse

3 June, 2025
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The greater sage-grouse, aka sagehen, is the largest grouse in North America. Their range extends from southern Alberta and Saskatchewan, Canada to western United States. They were known as just the sage grouse until the Gunnison sage-grouse was

The Gunnison Sage-Grouse

6 May, 2025
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The Gunnison sage-grouse, Gunnison grouse, lesser sage-grouse, or sagehen, hails from the United States. While being a permanent resident in its breeding grounds, they are known to move to lower elevations during the colder winter months to avoid the cold.