Convervation status: Red 2 videos Latin nameTetrao urogallus FamilyGrouse (Tetraonidae) OverviewA huge woodland grouse, the large black males are unmistakable. They spend a lot of time feeding on the ground, but may also be found in trees, feeding on shoots. localised breeding species, found in Scottish native pinewood, a rare and vulnerable habitat, and in commercial conifer plantations. The UK capercaillie population has declined so rapidly that it is at very real risk of extinction (for the second time) and is a 'Red List' species. Where to see themConfined to native pinewoods. Occasionally seen from hides at RSPB Abernethy Forest, Loch Garten reserve. When to see themAll year round. What they eatBerries, shoots and stems. Estimated numbers| Europe | UK breeding* | UK wintering* | UK passage* |
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| - | - | 1,980 birds | - |
* UK breeding is the number of pairs breeding annually. UK wintering is the number of individuals present from October to March. UK passage is the number of individuals passing through on migration in spring and/or autumn. Distribution
- In the UK
- Scotland
Please note that the map is only intended as a guide. It shows general distribution rather than detailed, localised populations. Sound: Patrik Aberg, Xeno-canto | Print page  Capercaillie  Capercaillie female (artwork) Similar birds |