And a partridge in an apple tree….

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Ruffed Grouse (Sabine Overink)

Ruffed Grouse (Sabine Overink)

This Ruffed Grouse was in our ice-encrusted tree eating  small apples late this afternoon.

Sabine Overink, County Road 6, Douro-Dummer
Ruffed Grouse on 2008 Christmas Bird Count

Ruffed Grouse on 2008 Christmas Bird Count

(Note: Grouse will often fly up into trees late in the day to feed on the buds. Trembling Aspen is a favourite. D.M.)

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Drew Monkman

I am a retired teacher, naturalist and writer with a love for all aspects of the natural world, especially as they relate to seasonal change.

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