Galliformes Collection (page 6)

Black Grouse (Tetrao tetrix) males fighting in winter, Tver, Russia. April

Common Pheasant (Phasianus colchicus) male, Texel, the Netherlands, April

Common Peafowl (Peacock) male displaying, India

Peacock (Pavo cristatus) on rock with Palm Squirrel (Funambulus sp) India

Willow grouse / Ptarmigan (Lagopus lagopus) pecking twig, Utsjoki, Finland, April

Grey partridge (Perdix perdix), threatened species, hand-colored lithograph, published 1885
Grey partridge (Perdix perdix), threatened species. Hand-colored, published in 1885

Spruce grouse (Dendragapus fuliginosus) stops while foraging among fall blueberry bushes. Denali National Park, Alaska, USA

Rock ptarmigan (Lagopus mutus) standing in snow, Myvatn, Thingeyjarsyslur, Iceland, April 2009

Grey partridge (Pedrix pedrix) camouflaged against hay mound, Matsalu National Park, Estonia, May 2009

Capercaillie (Tetrao urogallus) male calling as part of display, Cairngorms NP, Scotland, February 2009. WWE INDOOR EXHIBITION

RF- Capercaillie (Tetrao urogallus) male displaying in heavy snowfall, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland. February

Red legged partridge (Alectoris rufa) walking, La Serena, Extremadura, Spain, April 2009

Willow grouse (Lagopus lagopus) in snow, Dovrefjell National Park, Norway, February 2009

Willow grouse (Lagopus lagopus) on rock in snow, Dovrefjell National Park, Norway, February 2009

Frost on Willow grouse (Lagopus lagopus) feather on Mountain bearberry (Arctous alpinus) covered in frost, Sarek National Park, Laponia World Heritage Site, Lapland, Sweden, September 2008

Male Capercaillie (Tetrao urogallus) displaying in front of camera in a wintry pine forest, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, February 2009 WWE BOOK, WWE OUTDOOR EXHIBITION

Rock ptarmigan (Lagopus mutus hyperborea) in snow, Spitsbergen, Svalbard, March 2009

Grey partridge (Perdix perdix) standing in a field of Winter wheat (Triticum), Norfolk, England, UK, May

Black grouse (Tetrao tetrix) female at lek, Creag Megaidh NNR, Highlands, Scotland, UK, April

Black grouse (Tetrao tetrix) males fighting at lek site, Cairngorms National Park, Grampian, Scotland, UK, April

Rock ptarmigan (Lagopus mutus) male hidden by rocks, eye visible, winter plumage, Cairngorm Mountains, Cairngorms NP, Highland, Scotland, UK, February

Black grouse (Tetrao tetrix) male in flight at lek, Cairngorms NP, Grampian, Scotland, UK, April

Close up of Capercaillie (Tetrao urogallus) male displaying in pine forest, Cairngorms NP, Highlands, Scotland, UK, February

RF- Rock ptarmigan (Lagopus mutus) standing on boulder, camouflaged against snow in winter plumage. Cairngorms National Park, Highlands, Scotland, UK, February

Silhouette of Rock ptarmigan (Lagopus mutus) perched on rock against winter sun, Cairngorms NP, Highlands, Scotland, UK, February

Red grouse (Lagopus lagopus scotica) in moorland, Cairngorms National Park, Grampian, Scotland, UK, April 2015

Ptarmigan (Lagopus mutus) male in snowy mountains, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, UK, May 2015

Black grouse (Tetrao tetrix) male displaying at lek, Deeside, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, UK, April

Two Black grouse (tetrao tetrix) males fighting at lek, Deeside, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, UK, April

Two Black grouse (Tetrao tetrix) males displaying at a lek site at dawn, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, UK, April

Willow grouse (Lagopus lagopus) Kiilopaa, Inari, Finland, January

Ptarmigan (Lagopus mutus) in winter plumage in flight, Utsjoki, Finland, April

Capercaillie (Tetrao urogallus) in forest habitat, Jalasjarvi, Finland, April

Black Grouse (Tetrao tetrix) male displaying with breath condensing in cold air, Kuusamo, Finland April

Red grouse (Lagopus lagopus scoticus) on heather moorland, Derwent Edge, Peak District National Park, Derbyshire, UK, August

Mountain peacock-pheasant (Polyplectron inopinatum) feather against black background

Willow grouse / Willow Ptarmigan (Lagopus lagopus) in winter plumage. Wapusk National Park, Churchill, Manitoba, Canada, March

Willow grouse (Lagopus lagopus) in winter plumage, Utsjoki, Finland, April

RF- Black Grouse (Lyrurus tetrix) displaying. Finland. March

Adult male Capercaille (Tetrao urogallus), displaying in the snow, Scotland, December 2010

Sri Lankan Junglefowl (Gallus lafayettii) Yala National Park, Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Peacock / Blue Peafowl male (Pavo cristatus) perched in tree, Yala National Park, Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Red grouse (Lagopus lagopus scotica) sitting in flowering heather, Peak District, UK, September

Ring-necked pheasant (Phasianus colchicus) male standing among bluebells during spring in woodland on shooting estate, southern England, UK, April

Silhouette of two male Black grouse (Tetrao tetrix) displaying at lek at dawn, Cairngorms NP, Grampian, Scotland, UK, April. 2020VISION Book Plate

Black Grouse (Tetrao tetrix) males at spring lek. Deeside, Scotland, April

Male Black grouse (Tetrao tetrix) displaying at lek at dawn, Cairngorms NP, Grampian, Scotland, UK, April

Red legged partridge (Alectoris rufa) in corn field, Norfolk, UK, July. Non-ex

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"Galliformes: A Diverse Avian Family" The world of a fascinating one, encompassing a wide range of beautiful and intriguing bird species. From the vibrant Inachis io, also known as the peacock butterfly, to the charismatic Callipepla californica or Californian quail, these birds never fail to captivate us with their unique characteristics. In the wilds of Finland, we witness an awe-inspiring scene as a Goshawk (Accipiter gentilis) skillfully plucks a Willow Grouse (Lagopus lagopus). This encounter showcases nature's raw power and reminds us of the delicate balance between predator and prey. Meanwhile, in snowy landscapes across Finland and Cairngorms National Park in Scotland, male Willow Grouse proudly perch on snow-covered terrain. Their resilience against harsh conditions is truly remarkable. Venturing further south to India, we are enchanted by the Indian peafowl (Pavo cristatus) displaying its magnificent feathers. The captivating dance performed by this captive bird leaves us in awe of its beauty. Across oceans to New Zealand, we discover the charming New Zealand Quail Koreke - both male and female exemplifying their distinct features that make them stand out among other Galliformes species. Heading westward to Baggs, Wyoming in the USA, male Sage Grouse (Centrocercus urphasianus) engage in an elaborate courtship display. Their intricate movements serve as a testament to their dedication towards attracting mates during breeding season. In China resides Phasianus colchicus decollatus or common Chinese ringless pheasant - showcasing yet another variation within this diverse family. Its plumage detail reveals stunning patterns that add vibrancy to any landscape it inhabits. As dawn breaks over picturesque landscapes worldwide.