4,349 observationsLeast Concern
Hazel Grouse
Tetrastes bonasia
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Galliformes ›Family: Phasianidae ›Genus: Tetrastes
About
The hazel grouse (Tetrastes bonasia), sometimes called the hazel hen, is one of the smaller members of the grouse family of birds. It is a sedentary species, breeding across northern Eurasia as far east as Hokkaido, and as far west as central and eastern Europe, in dense, damp, mixed coniferous woodland, preferably with some spruce.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Hazel Grouse is Tetrastes bonasia.
- Hazel Grouse belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Hazel Grouse belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Hazel Grouse belongs to the class Aves.
- Hazel Grouse belongs to the order Galliformes.
- Hazel Grouse belongs to the family Phasianidae.
- Hazel Grouse belongs to the genus Tetrastes.