Rock Ptarmigan - Lagopus muta

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Photo: J. Kevin Butler; Canada, Newfoundland & Labrador; Gros Morne; Adult; Female; Breeding;

Song: Males make a low guttural snore "oooowwwa-oooowwwaaa" sometimes followed by a quiet hiss "krrr-Karrrrr, wssshhh". Both sexes make clucking noises and young peep.

Sound: Monty Brigham (Bird Sounds of Canada); Adult; Primary Sound;

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Number of species: 770

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