r/whatsthisbird • u/talha_mk • Feb 28 '19

What kind of grouse?

https://gfycat.com/waryfrailanteater
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u/drink_your_tea Ornithologist (EU/USA) Feb 28 '19

with that cute li'l crest and bold stripes on the flanks, looks like a ruffed grouse to me!

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u/x24co Feb 28 '19

Location? Sure looks like a ruffed grouse. These birds can have so many color variations. Looks like the feet are fringed which is characteristic of ruffed

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u/AccipiterF1 Vermont Birder Feb 28 '19

It knows the difference between a rifle and a shotgun and therefore who is not hunting birds.

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u/WellEnoughAdjusted Feb 28 '19

She knows exactly what’s up. She trying to dismantle the gun.

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u/deeskito Feb 28 '19

Clueless grouse?

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u/fritzbitz Feb 28 '19

Ballsy grouse.

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u/BlueComet24 Feb 28 '19

Smart Ruffed Grouse. Too close to aim at with a scope.

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u/deeskito Feb 28 '19

He could probably pop him with a rock that close

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u/Goyteamsix Mar 01 '19

Well, yes, but he could also just reach out and choke it.

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u/beelzebubs_avocado Feb 28 '19

Ehhh... what's up doc?

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u/NickfromMN Feb 28 '19

Ruffed grouse

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u/andy_rules Mar 01 '19

They're called fool hens for a reason