Tag Archive: Greater Sage-Grouse

Apr
12
2010

Something to grouse about (boo, bad title)

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On Friday night, Konchog Norbu and I jumped in a pickup with our cameras, binos, and sleeping bags. We were headed down the highway to an area just south of Bannack, Montana to see another spring spectacle; Greater Sage-grouse on the lek. The notable birds seen along the way were Snow Geese and Western Meadowlark …

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Apr
09
2010

Peru Friday – Sage Grouse to Seedsnipes

Later today, I will be cruising down the highway toward Dillon, Montana to observe the spring spectacle of Greater Sage-Grouse displaying on the lek. The booms and the raspy wing scraps combined with the orange inflated air sacs and ornate head plumes make for quite a show. The males strut and posture awaiting the selection …

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