Ep. 17 - Biology of the Ruffed Grouse with Wildlife Biologist Dr. Karl Malcolm

In this week's episode, we have the pleasure of discussing ruffed grouse and forest management with wildlife biologist Dr. Karl Malcolm. A gifted communicator and educator, Karl gives us an incredible education and offers a perspective and insight that only a biologist, scientist, and wildlife professional can. In this episode, we discuss:   First, who is the real King of Spring, the wild turkey or the ruffed grouse? The future of the US Forest Service is in question, given the recent changes by the administration. Breeding behavior and physiology of ruffed grouse. West Nile Virus can have on ruffed grouse and how a healthy forest ecosystem and good habitat can offset it's impact. The social licensing and public perception of forest management and logging, and how we can better communicate the positive impacts. How nonnative invasive species can disrupt native habitats and how they impact specialist species like ruffed grouse. The impacts of high deer densities on ruffed grouse. The unlikely relationship between the extinct passenger pigeon, ruffed grouse, and young forest habitats.     Follow Us On Instagram   Like Us on Facebook   Subscribe to our YouTube   Ruffed Grouse Billboard