Ptarmigan  (Lagopus mutus)

Learn about the scientific name of this species and how it fits into the tree of life at Nature Navigator.

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References

  1. National Biodiversity Network Species Dictionary (January 2004): http://www.nhm.ac.uk/nbn
  2. RSPB A-Z of Birds: Ptarmigan (February 2004): http://www.rspb.org.uk/birds/guide/p/ptarmigan/index.asp
  3. Mullarney, K., Svensson, L., Zetterström, D. & Grant, P.J. (1999) Collins Bird Guide. HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, London.
  4. Lack. P. (1986) The Atlas of wintering birds in Britain and Ireland. T & A D Poyser Ltd, London.
  5. Animal Diversity Web (February 2004): http://animaldiversity.ummz.umich.edu/accounts/lagopus/l._mutus$narrative.html
  6. Holden, P. & Sharrock, J.T.R. (2002) The RSPB Guide to British Birds. Pan Macmillan, London.
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