About the Greater Sage-Grouse
The greater sage-grouse, also known as the sagehen, is the largest grouse in North America. Its range is sagebrush country in the western United States and southern Alberta and Saskatchewan, Canada. It was known as simply the sage grouse until the Gunnison sage-grouse was recognized as a separate species in 2000. The Mono Basin population of sage grouse may also be distinct.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes |
| Family | Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies (Phasianidae) |
| Species | Centrocercus urophasianus |
| Species Codes | saggro, GRSG, GSGR, SAGR |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Greater Sage-Grouse belong to?
The Greater Sage-Grouse (Centrocercus urophasianus) belongs to the Pheasants, Grouse, and Allies family (Phasianidae), in the order Galliformes.
What is the conservation status of the Greater Sage-Grouse?
The Greater Sage-Grouse is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by NatureServe.
How can I identify the Greater Sage-Grouse?
The greater sage-grouse, also known as the sagehen, is the largest grouse in North America. Its range is sagebrush country in the western United States and southern Alberta and Saskatchewan, Canada. It was known as simply the sage grouse until the Gunnison sage-grouse was recognized as a separate sp...
Where can I report a Greater Sage-Grouse sighting?
You can log sightings of Greater Sage-Grouse on eBird (ebird.org) using species code saggro, or on iNaturalist.
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