Raufußhühner – Überlebenskünstler im Gebirge. Spannender Fachvortrag im Alpenzoo 2025

How do grouse manage to survive in the cold and extreme habitats of the Alps?
In this fascinating talk, you’ll learn about the four species of grouse native to the Alps and discover the ingenious ways in which they adapt to their habitats – from snow burrows and ‘snowshoes’ to their perfect camouflage plumage.
At the same time, we’ll take a look at the challenges these remarkable birds face: habitat loss, recreational activities and climate change are taking their toll. Our guest speaker, Elena Weindel, an expert on grouse at the Bavarian State Bird Protection Observatory, will explain why protecting these animals is so important and how each and every one of us can play a part.