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July: Hatching. Juvenile grouse begin following their mothers, learning to fly, forage, and hide.
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Poses no danger. Lives in Far East. Hunting white ptarmigan is traditional for northern peoples. Feathers used in national costumes. Meat is valued during winter.
Inhabits mountain tundra and open slopes. Turns white in winter. Feeds on shoots, berries, and insects.
Spot-and-stalk hunting in tundra and mountains Use of shotgun Ambush at feeding spots during winter
Difficult to spot due to camouflage. Best time is morning and evening. Prefer hunting after snowfall.
Quickly pluck and gut the bird. Feathers may be used decoratively. Meat keeps better in cold conditions. Meat is edible but rarely harvested due to remote range.
Breast: Frying, braising
Thigh: Braising, roasting
Wings: Frying
Thigh: Braising, roasting
Wings: Frying
Fried Ptarmigan with Cranberry Sauce (Frying)
Gamey flavor with tart accent
Gamey flavor with tart accent
1. Fry meat until golden brown.
2. Make cranberry sauce with sugar.
3. Serve with potatoes and greens.
2. Make cranberry sauce with sugar.
3. Serve with potatoes and greens.
Cream-Braised Ptarmigan (Braising)
Tender meat with creamy texture
Tender meat with creamy texture
1. Sauté meat and onions.
2. Add cream and braise for 40 minutes.
3. Serve with rice or noodles.
2. Add cream and braise for 40 minutes.
3. Serve with rice or noodles.