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Fall & Winter 36 Jeffrey Gillan Sage-grouse winter range (West Central Planning Area) 14 inches above the snow level and between 10 and 30 percent canopy cover. Migration Migration in sage-grouse appears to vary by individual populations. Birds from some populations have been observed exhibiting no significant migration between seasonal habitat during the course of the year. Other populations have been observed exhibiting a two stage migration, with birds moving from their winter/ breeding habitat to their summer range. Still other populations exhibit a three stage migration, moving from winter to breeding, then to summer ranges. Some populations have been recorded traveling distances as far as 100 miles. In Idaho, most sage-grouse populations tend to be migratory. The exact reason for migration is not known, but tradition and habitat availability in a given geographic area likely play a role. Sage-Grouse Habitat in Idaho
Sagebrush Steppe Plants The plants that make up sagebrush communities provide cover and food for sage-grouse, so it is important to recognize the key plants to assess and manage these habitats. The following section identifies and describes the most common plants associated with sage-grouse habitat in Idaho. Greater Sage-Grouse in Idaho Sage-Grouse Habitat in Idaho Sagebrush Steppe Plants 37
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Page 31 and 32: Excessive sagebrush cover 45% Jeffr
Page 33 and 34: Jeffrey Gillan Jeffrey Gillan Shrub
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Page 51 and 52: Forbs Below is a list of the forbs
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