American Spruce Grouse
Canachites canadensis
- Class
- Bird
- Rarity
- Common
- Observations
- 5,945
- Most observed in
- 🇨🇦 Canada
- Conservation
- Least Concern
Description
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.
Summary adapted from the Wikipedia article “Spruce grouse”.