lagopus

• Wissenschaftlicher Gattungsname der Vögel, die allgemein als Schneehühner bekannt sind; bodenbewohnende Vögel aus der Familie der Raufußhühner, deren Gefieder je nach Jahreszeit die Farbe wechselt.

A scientific genus name for birds commonly known as ptarmigans, which are ground-dwelling birds in the grouse family known for their plumage that changes color with the seasons.

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   A genus of birds in the grouse family, commonly known as ptarmigans, which are adapted to cold climates with feathered feet and seasonal camouflage.

   Schneehühner

   • The Lagopus genus includes species like the willow ptarmigan and rock ptarmigan.
   • Lagopus birds are known for their white winter plumage.
   • Ornithologists study Lagopus populations in arctic regions.

   Synonymeptarmigan