Local ecological knowledge provides novel evidence on threats and declines for the Caucasian grouse (Lyrurus mlokosiewiczi) in Arasbaran Biosphere Reserve, Iran

<ol> <li>The Caucasian grouse (<em>Lyrurus</em> <em>mlokosiewiczi</em>), one of the most poorly known species of grouse, is experiencing population declines associated with multiple threats. Evaluating species&rsquo; population status in relation to different local human activities is important to inform conservation and identify suitable management methods, but determining status and threats for poorly-known taxa may require assessment of non-standard sources of ecological information.</li> </ol>