Influence of Stand-Level Forest Characteristics on Ruffed Grouse ( Bonasa umbellus ) Drumming Site Selection at Treehaven.
Wildlife Ecology and Management Ryan Burmester (Not Pictured)
Wildlife Ecology and Management Skylar Rasmussen
Conservation Law Enforcement Hannah Scherwinski
Ruffed grouse ( Bonasa umbellus ) are an important game bird species in the Great Lakes region. As part of the UW-Stevens Point Wildlife Society Chapter, our undergraduate research project has conducted ruffed grouse drumming surveys since 2014 on the Treehaven property in Tomahawk, WI. Treehaven is managed largely through varying rotations of timber harvest, which can support forest structures that benefit grouse. We estimated drumming locations in 2025 using data from 10 repeated surveys. We will compare forest stand characteristics that are observed in drumming locations, such as management history and soil moisture, to other surrounding stands to identify habitat selection patterns. The results of this study will provide insight into how forest structures are influencing ruffed grouse at Treehaven and will support future management decisions.
Advisors: Jason Riddle, Ph.D. Mike Demchik, Ph.D.
Subject Area: Wildlife
Type: Poster
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Jim and Katie Krause CNR Student Research Symposium
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