Sage-grouse

The Heart of Sagebrush

Sagebrush grows year-round, even in the winter. Its branches hold blowing snow in the landscape to water spring and summer growth, even in periods of drought.

Sagebrush in winter

Photos courtesy of U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Tom Koerner)  
 

Sage-grouse x Wildland Fire

Wildland fire is an ongoing threat to habitat for greater sage-grouse.

Working Winter: a sage-grouse story in pictures

The close relationship between greater sage-grouse and their sagebrush habitat is most evident in winter.