Dendragapus fuliginosus
Length: 15-19 Weight: 2-3 lbs
Identification:
Male is dark gray black tail, tipped in light gray. Bare skin on side of neck, yellow to light orange.
Distribution:
Resident of coastal North America from northern California to Alaska.
Cool Facts:
The Sooty Grouse was formerly considered the same species as the Dusky Grouse, together known as Blue Grouse.
Most bird species have a consistent number of tail feathers, but the Sooty Grouse can have anywhere from 15 to 22.
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References:
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