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29.04.2010, 03.40, North Savo 4’02". The sunbeams stream through the branches of ancient pine and spruce trees and light up the mossy covered forest floor. As the dim light of morning slowly dissipates, the courtship rituals of the capercaillie cocks are in full swing. The bright, black leading cock, fanning his black tail-feathers and their white spots, his neck outstretched, his eyes ringed with red, holds centre stage in the arena. This bird has a very unique sound; you can hear a knocking sound, a throaty, guttural growl and sandpapering-like rasp as he tries to keep his rivals at bay by strutting around the arena. On the recording it seems like the bird is making two sounds at the same time and for as long, the sandpapering-like rasp and a very deep growl. The bird’s eyes were closed as he emitted these sounds. Song Thrush, Eurasian Black Grouse.

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Lauri Hallikainen IPN :10211435 Kuopio, Finland

I live in Eastern Finland, in an area which contains a large number of quiet sites, perfect for recording nature. I've been making nature recordings for over 20 years.

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