Words and pictures describe the life and habits of the chicken-like birds known as grouses.

Includes glossary and index.

A ping pong ball with legs -- What is a grouse? -- A grouse by any other name -- Grouse everywhere -- Why fly? -- Grouse disappearing act -- Different colors -- Early warning system -- salad anyone? -- Do grouse have teeth? -- A bed of snow -- Snowshoe champs -- Flashy display -- Wild drummer -- Noisy boomers and hooters -- A lot of eggs -- Happy hatchday -- Bright babies -- Warmth or food? -- Family days.