Red grouse, Moorcock, Moorfowl or Moorbird (Lagopus lagopus scotica). Female. Distribution: British Isles, Ireland. Conservation status: Some Concern. CC: LMCJ 📷: Photo by dannymoore1973 via Pixabay 2015 Country distribution: England, Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland, Scotland, Wales The photo shows a plump, medium-sized bird with rich brown feathers that act as camouflage in its heather moorland habitat. They have short tails and pale legs and feet. Males are distinguished by a bright red patch above the eye, which is less conspicuous in females.

New addition! 🌍 Red grouse (Lagopus lagopus scotica) #Europeanbirds | #RedGrouse #Moorcock #Moorfowl #Moorbird #WillowPtarmigan #Ptarmigans #PheasantFamily | #mybirdcards #birdcards #birds🦜 #BirdsOfBluesky #birds