Black Grouse

Lyrurus tetrix (Linnaeus, 1758)

Phasianidae — Pheasants & Allies

Black Grouse Lyrurus tetrix is a Palearctic breeding bird of moorland and steppe, often close to wooded areas. It belongs to the family Phasianidae and the order Galliformes. The species is sedentary and is one of two in the genus Lyrurus. In winter it uses dense forests. The female is greyish-brown, gives a cackling or warbling call, and handles nesting and chick care. It was described by Linnaeus in 1758.

Order
Galliformes
Family
Phasianidae — Pheasants & Allies
Breeding range
Palearctic: n
Black Grouse
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Tours where you can spot this bird

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