Community Science Opportunity: DEC Seeks Turkey Hunters for Ruffed Grouse Drumming Survey

In the final weeks of the spring turkey season, turkey hunters can continue to record the number of ruffed grouse they hear drumming while afield. These data help DEC track the distribution and abundance of this charismatic game bird.

Results from previous years can be found on the New York State Ruffed Grouse Dashboard.

Access a survey form on DEC’s website or call (518) 402-8883.

To learn more about this opportunity and others, visit DEC’s Citizen Science webpage.