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White-tailed Ptarmigan
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Habitat and behaviour
Habitat: Forest, prairie, tundra.
Diet: Buds, seeds, insects.
Best time to spot: Spring lek displays.
When to look
Check local eBird bar charts for timing in your state; range and season vary a lot across the US.
How rare is it?
The White-tailed Ptarmigan sits in our Rare tier for the US: scarce or very local, so most birders need a planned trip. It belongs to the pheasants, grouse, and allies family.
Recent US sightings
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