Spruce Grouse, Hen and/or Chicks
The Spruce Grouse has earned the nickname Fool Hen or Fool's Hen. Why? Because of their trust; you can walk right up to a good many of them, which usually gets the bird in trouble. They taste like chicken to every predator in the wilds!
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This Spruce Hen froze when I walked up, but relaxed a few moments later and continued feeding though I was but a few steps away. In my experience most animals will relax if approached in a non-threatening manner.
AnchorageAlaskaPotter's MarshGrouseHen and ChicksSpruce GrouseFool HenFool's HenBirdFalcipennis canadensisUpland Ground BirdJulyTetras du Canada
