Black Grouse winter survivorship

Animals are in survival mode during the winter. Disturbing them because of our actions (skiing, snowshoeing) weakens them, jeopardises their reproductive capacity and makes them vulnerable to disease. Fleeing can cost them their lives by draining all their energy. To protect themselves from the cold and predators, black grouse will take refuge in a hole under the snow called an "iglo" near the edge of a forest or in lightly wooded areas. For its protection, we should respect its designated wintering areas!