Black Grouse

Overview

Black Grouse (Lyrurus tetrix) is a species of Pheasants & Allies (Phasianidae) in the order Gamebirds (Chickens, Pheasants and Grouse). A grouse with lyre-shaped tail feathers; males are glossy black with red combs and perform communal 'lek' displays in spring; females are barred brown; lives in moorland and forest edges.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Lyrurus; binomial: Lyrurus tetrix; authority: (Linnaeus, 1758). Typical size: 40-55cm. Average lifespan: 5-10 years.

Distribution

Breeding range: the Palearctic.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.