Habitat continues to be the No. 1 concern with grouse populations. Like many animals, ruffed grouse flourish in regenerated growth. Clearcuts that have regenerated provide food and cover to grouse.
The SCDNR publishes a brochure — www.dnr.sc.gov/wildlife/publications/pdf/grouse.pdf — that helps land owners understand the importance of habitat for grouse and the need for more habitat. It is hoped that the state will incorporate some of this in its management practices of these state owned lands.
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