Grouse attacks defenseless snowboarder
Grouse attacks defenseless snowboarder

Not the first time we’ve seen grouse attacking folks out enjoying a bit of winter recreation but might be the funniest.

While grouse are not generally aggressive birds, under certain conditions including instinctive territorial defense they have been known to strike out in furious bouts of pecking.

Poor guy was completely helpless trying to fend off the bird while his friends got a healthy chuckle. At least they got it all on video:

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Francis Xavier is a seasoned writer for Unofficial Networks, bringing a lifetime of outdoor experience to his work. Having lived in a ski resort town for years he has a deep connection to mountain culture....