sage grouse

Some animals, such as the Sage Grouse, use the grass for cover.

Desert shrub habitat may also be utilized by sage grouse.

The sage grouse is found in significant numbers within only half of the states comprising its original territories.

Sage grouse are known for their elaborate courtship ritual.

The sage grouse, for example, scientists say, seems to be headed for the endangered species list.

In the fall, passengers are treated to the spectacle of the sage grouse's mating ritual.

The airport is a popular mating ground for the rare Sage Grouse.

The upland hills harbor sage grouse year around with a winter population of more than 200 birds.

Some of these species are gazelles, antelope, bison, and sage grouse.

It is an important component of Sage Grouse habitat.

Other birds that exhibit ornamentation include sage grouses and widowbirds.

Sage grouse are a popular game bird.

More than 100 species of bird live in the area, including golden eagle, sage grouse, and prairie falcon.

Sage grouse prefer relatively tall sagebrush with an open canopy for nesting.

The upland areas provide habitat for pronghorn, mule deer, and sage grouse.

Dwindling sage grouse populations have sparked heated debate over Wyoming's natural resource industry.

Sage Grouse live in sand sagebrush, though they prefer big sagebrush.

A number of wild animals consume the plant, including white-tailed jackrabbits and sage grouse.

A decline in preferred prey may also result in increased predation on sage grouse.

Peregrine falcons and bald eagles have been restored, but some species of sage grouse are endangered.

And the same occurred when she tried to romance Gunnison females with the sounds of northern sage grouse males.

Sage grouse are totally dependent on sagebrush-dominated habitats.

Common dandelion was the most abundant food item and the mainstay of the sage grouse chicks.

In summer, sage grouse in desert regions occur only near streams, springs, and water holes.

Residential building and energy development have caused the Sage grouse population to decline from 16 million 100 years ago to between 200,000 and 500,000 today.