The red grouse nests on the ground and is a widespread but not numerous resident in Ireland. It is red-listed in Ireland due to significant declines in the breeding range.

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It eats mostly heather but will also eat other things like berries, insects and different plants. It is usually be seen on the ground and only flies when startled.

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