Sharp-tailed grouse Tympanuchus phasianellus


Identification Tips:

Adult male:

Adult female:

Similar species:

Female Ring-necked Pheasant is smaller-headed, with a longer tail that lacks white outer feathers. Prairie-Chickens have barred underparts and shorter tails. Ruffed Grouse is richer brown with a fan-shaped tail that has a black subterminal band.