Eleven western states are home to greater sage grouse, the largest grouse in North America.⁠ ⁠ But that count could now be down to 10. After finding only two active leks in 2024, state biologists counted zero male birds during their annual population survey this spring. Sage grouse are as faithful to their leks as they are dependent on sagebrush, which they need to survive in all stages of life. If any males were still alive in North Dakota, they should have shown up to mate this spring. This disappointing void makes the upland bird virtually extinct in the state.⁠ ⁠ Tap the link in profile for the full story 🔗⁠ ⁠ #sagegrouse #northdakota #grouse #sagebrush #conservation #habitat #outdoors #nature #outdoorlife⁠ Story by: krismillgate