How does the black grouse see?
Lyrurus tetrix
Through eyes tuned to its own life. The blind zone behind its head is only about 2% of a full circle. Sees almost all the way around. Only a slice behind its head is hidden. Try it on your photo to see it.
A simulation made from published eye studies. Not what the animal feels.
Black grouse eyes in 2 facts
- All aroundSees almost all the way around. Only a slice behind its head is hidden.
- NightActive by day, like you.
What can a black grouse see around it?
Both eyes One eye Blind spot You
What does a black grouse's vision look like?
Sees almost all the way around. Only a slice behind its head is hidden. Active by day, like you.
Can the black grouse see in the dark?
Not especially. Active by day, like you.
Is the black grouse vision filter accurate?
It is a simulation made from published eye studies of the black grouse: its colours, sharpness and view come from measurements, not guesses. It cannot show what the animal feels or thinks.
Black grouse vs other animals
- A black grouse sees about 1.4 times wider around than a dog. Dog
- A black grouse sees about 1.3 times wider around than a red-tailed hawk. Red-tailed hawk
Related animals
More birds: how do birds see? Same kind of eyes: All-round bird eyes: pigeons and waders.
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The science behind it: the numbers and studies for the black grouse