Tetrao urogallus
Definition
Noun 1. A large, black Old World grouse: Tetrao urogallus is the scientific name for a specific species of large, forest-dwelling game bird native to Europe and parts of Asia. It is commonly known as the western capercaillie or wood grouse.
Usage Examples
- The Tetrao urogallus is known for its impressive size and the male's distinctive mating display.
- Conservation efforts are underway to protect the habitat of Tetrao urogallus in the boreal forests.
- The male Tetrao urogallus has dark plumage with a greenish sheen on its breast.
Advanced Usage
- In ornithological and scientific contexts, the binomial name Tetrao urogallus is used for precise identification, distinguishing it from other grouse species like the black grouse ().
Variants and Related Words
- Capercaillie (n): The common English name for .
- Wood grouse (n): Another common name for this bird.
- Grouse (n): The general family of birds to which belongs.
Synonyms
- Western capercaillie
- Wood grouse
Related Phrases
- Lekking behavior: A term used in ethology to describe the competitive mating ritual performed by male .
- Boreal forest species: A phrase describing the primary habitat of the .
Noun
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large black Old World grouse
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