Sage Hen (Noun)
Meaning
Large grouse of sagebrush regions of North America.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The sage hen is a large grouse that inhabits the sagebrush regions of North America, known for its distinctive courtship displays during breeding season.
- Hunters often seek out the sage hen in the early morning hours when the birds are most active and vocal.
- In many parts of the western United States, the sage hen is considered a prized game bird, pursued by hunters with dogs and shotguns.
- The sage hen's diet consists mainly of sagebrush, grasses, and other vegetation native to its habitat.
- Conservation efforts are underway to protect the sage hen and its habitat, which has been threatened by overgrazing and the spread of invasive species.