What is another word for tetrao?
Pronunciation: [tˈɛtɹa͡ʊ] (IPA) 
Tetrao is a genus of birds that belong to the grouse family and is commonly known as the black grouse. However, there are several other synonyms used to refer to this bird such as heather cock, moorfowl, quail-fowl, and wood grouse. These synonyms are often used interchangeably depending on the region or language, and they usually point to the physical or habitat characteristics of the bird. For instance, heather cock refers to the bird's preference to heather moors while quail-fowl is a nod to its gamebird status. Despite the numerous synonyms for tetrao, the species remains a unique species renowned for their elaborate mating rituals and distinctive plumages.
