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Western Capercaillie — printable fact sheet
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Western Capercaillie
Tetrao urogallus
The Western Capercaillie is the largest member of the grouse family, native to the coniferous forests of Europe and parts of Asia. Males are notably larger than females and are famous for their striking plumage and elaborate courtship displays, which involve fanning their tails,…
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- Despite their large size and apparent clumsiness, Western Capercaillies are capable of swift and powerful flight when threatened.
- Male Western Capercaillies can reach nearly twice the size of females, a rare trait among birds. During the breeding season, males gather at traditional 'leks' to compete for females with dramatic displays. Their name 'capercaillie' derives from the Scottish Gaelic word meaning 'horse of the woods.'
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