Spruce Grouse (Noun)
Meaning
North American grouse that feeds on evergreen buds and needles.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The spruce grouse is a North American grouse that feeds on evergreen buds and needles, found primarily in boreal forests.
- In the winter months, spruce grouse populations are often seen feeding in the upper canopy of coniferous trees.
- Spruce grouse play a vital role in their ecosystems by dispersing seeds and helping to maintain evergreen forests.
- Researchers track the migratory patterns of the spruce grouse to better understand the impact of climate change on the species.
- Native American communities have long relied on spruce grouse as a food source and traditional medicine.