Dept. of Natural Resources: Wisconsin ruffed grouse survey shows an increase in drumming grouse from 2023

MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) released the results of its annual Roadside Ruffed Grouse Drumming Survey. The survey measured ruffed grouse drumming activity heard along roadsides throughout Wisconsin this spring and showed a 57% increase in statewide drumming activity compared to 2023. Several agencies and groups, including the DNR, U.S. Forest Servi...