How many grouse are killed each year by hunters?

The number of grouse killed each year by hunters varies depending on the species of grouse, the region, and the hunting season. According to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, an estimated 15.5 million grouse were harvested by hunters in the United States during the 2011-2012 hunting season. This includes various grouse species, such as ruffed grouse, spruce grouse, and sharp-tailed grouse.

In Canada, the number of grouse harvested annually is also significant. For example, in the province of Ontario, over 1 million ruffed grouse were harvested during the 2020-2021 hunting season.

These figures represent only a portion of the total grouse population, and hunting regulations are in place to ensure sustainable grouse populations and hunting practices.