- The exciting story of the capercaillie
- Unique encounters with the shy primeval bird.
- How long will this extraordinary species remain native to this country?
A primeval bird is disappearing. That is what Prof. Peter Berthold, the renowned ornithologist and bird conservationist, says about the capercaillie. For over 65 years, he has been observing, researching and accompanying this "rustic" creature, which is becoming increasingly rare in this country. He gives an emotional and passionate account of the dramatic history of a species that, like no other, symbolises the fauna of the German forest.
His expert knowledge is enriched by personal accounts from six decades of impressive experiences on his observation tours in the Black Forest.
The author, Prof. Dr. Peter Berthold, was director of the Radolfzell Bird Observatory, Max Planck Institute for Ornithology, until 2004.
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