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Ecologist, guide, dog trainer, and taxidermist, Meadow Kouffeld, gives us a rundown on Ruffed Grouse biology and their habits. Knowing your quarry isn’t just interesting, it will make you a better hunter. Quit grousing around and tune in for some great grouse info.

0:00 - Intro

3:16 - Habitat/Drumming

12:24 - Other Sounds

13:54 - Population and Habitat Studies

24:05 - Optimal Habitat

32:02 - Diet

39:27 - Predators/Forestations

42:44 - Roosting

49:32 - Social Component

55:54 - Grouse Hunting

1:09:42 - Consuming Grouse

1:16:56 - Taxidermy

1:20:27 - Color Phases and aging

1:25:25 - Closing Thoughts

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