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Ruffed Grouse – A Close Encounter in the Wisconsin Woods
4 Apr 2026

Ruffed Grouse – A Close Encounter in the Wisconsin Woods

by Otter Creek | posted in: Nature & Outdoors, Rural Living, Wildlife | 0

A ruffed grouse walks within arm’s reach during a quiet sit in the Wisconsin woods. A rare, close encounter captured on video.

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