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Greater Sage-Grouse

Centrocercus urophasianus · Rare · +8 points per sighting
Greater Sage-Grouse (Centrocercus urophasianus)

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Habitat and behaviour

Habitat: Forest, prairie, tundra.
Diet: Buds, seeds, insects.
Best time to spot: Spring lek displays.

When to look

Check local eBird bar charts for timing in your state; range and season vary a lot across the US.

How rare is it?

The Greater Sage-Grouse sits in our Rare tier for the US: scarce or very local, so most birders need a planned trip. It belongs to the pheasants, grouse, and allies family.

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