[va-bird] display of Ruffed Grouse

Driving home just before dark last night, the Ruffed Grouse that hangs out near 
my driveway was in his usual spot, but this time in full display.  He was so 
self-absorbed, I swear I could have touched him.  I was able to park, get the 
binocs, and watch him strut a fair distance and get very close to a female. The 
amazing thing was how black the puffed-up ruff on his neck looked.  And how 
flashy the tail was in its fanned position. Definitely not a camouflaged grouse 
anymore!
This am, 2 new feeder birds:
2 female Rose-breasted grosbeaks and a Blue Jay eating suet.  Blue Jays are not 
common up here at all and I've never seen one at my feeder.  I have seen small 
flocks during migration. To think that a Blue Jay and a Cardinal are relatively 
rare birds for me !
Patti
Patti Reum 
Bear Mountain Farm and Wilderness Retreat
2599 Bear Mountain Rd.
Monterey, VA. 24465
www.mountain-retreat.com
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