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White-tailed Ptarmigan

White-tailed Ptarmigan
Photo: USFWS - Pacific Region · Public domain (via Wikimedia Commons)

The White-tailed Ptarmigan (Lagopus leucura) is an omnivorous bird.

Scientific name
Lagopus leucura
Class
Bird
Family / order
Phasianidae
Diet
Omnivore
Habitat
Terrestrial
Weight
355 g
Lifespan
15 years
Conservation status
Least Concern

What does a White-tailed Ptarmigan eat?

The white-tailed ptarmigan is an omnivore, eating both plants and animals.

How big is a White-tailed Ptarmigan?

The white-tailed ptarmigan weighs around 355 g.

How long do White-tailed Ptarmigans live?

In the wild, the white-tailed ptarmigan can live up to about 15 years.

Is the white-tailed ptarmigan endangered?

The white-tailed ptarmigan is currently listed as “Least Concern” on the IUCN Red List.

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