Currency Markka (FIM)
Facial value 10
Years of issue 1993 – 2001
Metal Copper-Nickel + Brass
Ø in mm 27,2
Art.-No. FI10.00B
Price EUR  40,00

Western capercaillie or wood grouse. This large gallinacea lives in coniferous forests. The males measure up to 90 cm for a wingspan of 125 cm. This bird is present throughout Europe and especially in Scandinavia. It is estimated that about 75% of its population has already disappeared since 1960.