The Ruffed Grouse is often considered a well studied species because it is both relatively common and intensively managed across many parts of its broad distribution. However, many basic questions of Ruffed Grouse behavior have remained largely unexplored. Dr. Iwaniuk will provide an overview of how we have attempted to answer some of these questions, what we have learned about Ruffed Grouse over the past 15 years, and the challenges of working on this common but sometimes frustrating species.

The presentation will be held at the Helen Schuler Nature Centre community room, located in the Lethbridge river valley at the north end of Indian Battle Road South.