Lekking Collection

Andean cock-of-the-rock (Rupicola peruvianus), male displaying at lek in tree. Manu Biosphere Reserve, Amazonia, Peru

USA, Nebraska, Loup County. Greater prairie chicken male displaying on lek

USA, Nebraska, Loup County. Greater prairie chicken male displaying on lek

Sharp-tailed grouse

Columbia sharp-tailed grouse courtship display, western prairie, Colorado, USA

Sharp-tailed grouse, vantage point

Greater sage grouse, spring courtship display on the lek, Colorado, USA

Greater sage grouse, courtship display, Colorado, USA

Greater sage grouse altercation

Greater sage grouse courtship display

Greater sage grouse, sunrise courtship dance, Colorado, USA

Greater sage grouse courtship display

Greater sage grouse Males, stand off for territory on the lek, Colorado, USA

Greater sage grouse, dawn dance

Greater prairie chickens, territorial dispute, eastern Colorado plains, USA

Greater prairie chicken, strolling its territory, Colorado eastern plains, USA

Greater prairie chicken flying, eastern Colorado plains, USA

Ruff (Philomachus pugnax) males displaying and fighting each other at a lek, Finland. May

Black grouse (Lyrurus tetrix), male at lek, Finland, April

Andean cock-of-the-rock (Rupicola peruvianus), two males perched in tree at lek in mid-altitude montane rainforest. Manu Biosphere Reserve, Amazonia, Peru

RF - Andean cock-of-the-rock (Rupicola peruvianus), male perched in tree at a lek. Mid-altitude montane rainforest, Manu Biosphere Reserve, Amazonia, Peru

Western capercaillie (Tetrao urogallus) Tver, Russia. May

Black Grouse (Tetrao tetrix) displaying at a lek in snow, Tver, Russia. April

Capercailie (Tetrao urogallus) male displaying from branch of Scots pine tree. Cairngorms National Park, Highlands, Scotland, UK, March

Guianan Cock-of-the-rock (Rupicola rupicola), during courtship display, Guianan Shield, Suriname

Male Black grouse (Tetrao / Lyrurus tetrix) displaying at lek. Kuusamo, Finland, April

Black Grouse (Tetrao tetrix) males at lek, Utajarvi, Finland, April

Greater Prairie-Chicken (Tympanuchus cupido) male displaying on lek. Fort Pierre National Grassland, South Dakota, USA. When displaying

Male Black grouse (Tetrao / Lyrurus tetrix) in flight. Kuusamo, Finland, April

Red Bird-of-Paradise (Paradisaea rubra) male performing practice display at tree-top lek, Raja Ampat, Indonesia. *Medium repro only

Guianan cock-of-the-rock (Rupicola rupicola), two males fighting during lek, Guianan Shield, Suriname

Andean Cock-of-the-rock male {Rupicola peruvianus} at lek in cloud forest canopy. Manu Biosphere Reserve, Amazonia, Peru. November

Western capercaillie (Tetrao urogallus) male calling at lek, with female, Tver, Russia. May

Black Grouse (Tetrao tetrix) males fighting at lek in the snow, Tver, Russia. April

Gunnison sage-grouse (Centrocercus minimus) male displaying at a lek. Gunnison County, Colorado. April

Greater sage-grouse (Centrocercus urophasianus) male displaying on a lek in snow, Sublette County, Wyoming, USA. April

Club-winged manakin (Machaeropterus deliciosus) male, courtship display at lek, Choco rainforest, Pichincha, Ecuador

Two Ruffs (Philomachus pugnax) male, competing at a lek, Vardo, Norway. May

Two male Black grouse (Tetrao tetrix) fighting for territory on lek, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, UK. May

Male Black grouse (Tetrao tetrix) performing courtship display at lek, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, UK. April

Two male Black grouse (Lyrurus tetrix) fighting and sparing over territory at a snow covered lek, Vasterbotten, Sweden. April

Male Western capercaillie (Tetrao urogallus) calling during lek mating, Finland. March

Close up of male Western capercaillie (Tetrao urogallus) during lek mating, Finland. March

Finland, Northern Ostrobothnia Region, Kuusamo, western capercaillie, Tetrao urogallus karelicus. A young male approaches the lekking area

Andean Cock-of-the-rock male (Rupicola peruvianus) at lek in cloud forest canopy. Manu Biosphere Reserve, Amazonia, Peru. November

Black Grouse (Lyrurus tetrix) fighting on icem Finland. March

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Andean Cock-of-the-rock male {Rupicola peruvianus} at lek in cloud forest canopy. Manu Biosphere Reserve, Amazonia, Peru. November

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Lekking, a fascinating behavior observed in various bird species, showcases the extravagant displays and fierce competitions among males for mating opportunities. In the lush forests of Manu, Peru, the Andean cock-of-the-rock steals the show as it perches on a tree during its lekking display. Its vibrant orange plumage and flamboyant head crest captivate both potential mates and curious onlookers. Meanwhile, in Finland's picturesque landscapes, Ruff males engage in intense battles at their lekking grounds. These feisty birds fluff up their ruffled feathers and vigorously fight each other to establish dominance and attract females. The energy is palpable as they showcase their strength and agility amidst the serene Finnish wilderness. Not far away in Russia's Tver region, Black grouse males gather together during April snowfall to perform their enchanting lek displays. Against this wintry backdrop, these majestic birds puff out their chests and emit deep resonating calls that echo through the forest. Their elaborate dances are a sight to behold as they compete for female attention. In Ecuador's Choco rainforest, Club-winged manakins take center stage with their unique courtship rituals at leks. These small but charismatic birds perform intricate acrobatic moves while producing distinctive wing sounds by rubbing specialized feathers together. Their synchronized performances leave spectators awe-struck amidst the dense foliage of Pichincha. Venturing into Guianan Shield's tropical paradise reveals another spectacle: Guianan Cock-of-the-rock engaging in fierce battles during leks. With bright red plumage contrasting against lush greenery, these magnificent creatures clash horns to assert dominance over prime territories where females will choose their partners for breeding season. Further eastward lies Papua New Guinea's treetop leks where Red Bird-of-Paradise practices its mesmerizing display routine high above ground level. This avian performer meticulously rehearses its movements - intricate flips, twists, and turns - to impress potential mates.