Although the loud drumming can be heard a quarter of a mile away, spotting the slow movements of the Ruffed Grouse might take a little patience during quiet walks. The grouse feed almost exclusively on vegetation and in the fall, acorns and soft fruits are a main source. In the harsh winter, their food becomes buds and twigs from aspen, willow and birch as they are able to digest foods high in cellulose.
Grouse on the Move
