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A photo of a Spruce Grouse (Canachites canadensis), male
Spruce Grouse, Male

Spruce Grouse

Canachites canadensis

The spruce grouse (Canachites canadensis), also known as Canada grouse, spruce hen or fool hen, is a medium-sized grouse closely associated with the coniferous boreal forests or taiga of North America. It is the only member of the genus Canachites. It is one of the most arboreal grouse species, fairly well adapted to perching and moving about in trees. When approached by a predator, it relies on camouflage and immobility to an amazing degree; for example, letting people approach within a few feet before finally taking flight.
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Lisa MacLellan
Wednesday 20 Sep 2023 - 10:32pm
Canada
A map showing the sighting location
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Jon Rose
Wednesday 20 Sep 2023 - 10:32pm
Canada
A map showing the sighting location
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Alu V
Wednesday 20 Sep 2023 - 9:33pm
Canada
A photo of a Spruce Grouse photographed in  United States
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Caitlyn Brown
Wednesday 20 Sep 2023 - 1:15am
United States
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