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C IUCN · LC · Least Concern Galliformes Phasianidae

White-tailed Ptarmigan

Lagopus leucura

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Illustration · not to scale

Body length
31–34 cm
Body Mass
355 g
Diet
Plant material
Migration
Resident

⚔️ Ecological Combat Rationale

ATK 102

Ecomorphologically adapted beak and agile strike momentum tailored to its foraging competition niche (ATK 102).

DEF 70

Lightweight agility and protective plumage camouflage favoring rapid evasive maneuverability over raw armor (DEF 70).

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How to identify

Detailed field marks are not yet available. Use the linked sources to confirm an identification.

Similar species

Species-specific comparison notes are not yet available. Related birds below are not necessarily lookalikes.

Calls & songs

A playable recording is not currently available for this species.

🌍 Range & Habitat

Distribution: North America: Western & Northwestern Habitat: Grassland & Savanna
5 · Subspecies & regional ranges
  • Lagopus leucura peninsularis

    sc Alaska and Yukon

  • Lagopus leucura leucura

    w Canada

  • Lagopus leucura rainierensis

    c, s Washington (USA)

  • Lagopus leucura saxatilis

    Vancouver I. (Canada)

  • Lagopus leucura altipetens

    Rocky Mts. from Montana to New Mexico (USA)

IOC World Bird List 15.2 ↗

Frequently asked questions

What is its scientific name?

Lagopus leucura

Which family does it belong to?

Pheasants & Allies (Phasianidae)

Where is it found?

North America: Western & Northwestern

Sources & credits

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