The male Ruffed Grouse performs a unique drumming act in the fall and spring. He will stand on top of a fallen log or stone, so he can be high above the ground. Then he will beat his wings against the air making a deep, thumping sound that can be heard up to a half mile away. All to get across the message that this is his territory so other males should stay away while also welcoming any females to come closer. The male in this video was performing for visitors at Stony Man summit last Monday fo
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Often heard, seldom seen. #ruffedgrouse #drumming The male Ruffed Grouse’s unique drumming display takes place from atop a low log, stump, or rock. The deep, thumping sound starts slowly and builds to a blurred crescendo as the bird rapidly rotates his wings back and forth. The drumming sequence lasts 8–10 seconds, during which the wings may beat up to 50 times. Displays are most frequent just before and after sunrise, although they can continue into early evening. Listen for male’s drumming on
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Ever heard the woods thump to life in spring? 🪵🥁 That deep, rhythmic beat echoing through the forest isn’t a machine—it’s a ruffed grouse drumming to impress. Drumming is how male grouse attract mates, defend their turf and remind us why healthy young forests matter. Keep your ears open this season—you might be closer to a display than you think! Photo Credit: Tim Flanigan #ruffedgrouse #uplandhunting #wildlifefacts #birdwatching #drumminglog #springinwoods #forestwildlife #conservationmatters
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Take a look at this Ruffed Grouse performing its signature drumming display. It’s only drumming on air—when it quickly beats its wings back and forth, air rushes in and creates a small vacuum, which makes a drumming sound that can be heard up to a quarter of a mile away. Have you ever heard a Ruffed Grouse drumming? 📹: Mike Melton/Audubon Photography Awards | National Audubon Society
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Male ruffed grouse are known for their territorial display called drumming, but the grouse’s wings do not actually strike anything. Each thump you hear is air filling the vacuum created by the bird’s wings, similar to how lightning produces thunder. This grouse was recorded in Zaleski State Forest. | Your Wild Ohio - Hunter
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