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PRAIRIE CHICKEN
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National Wildlife Federation
Wildlife Postcard Series
PRAIRIE CHICKEN
(Tympanuchus cupido)
Here is one of the most interesting western game birds and one who
has suffered much from the loss of its natural habitat. In recent years,
thanks to intelligent management, it has come back to some degree.
Its American range stretches from Colorado and Texas to western
Kentucky. The inroads of agriculture have eliminated much of their
natural ccver, for the Prairie Chicken thrives among prairie grasses and
open range. They are distinguished by the odd sacs on the neck which
puff out like a balloon during the mating season.
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