The skvader (pronounced [ˈskvɑ̌ːdɛr]) is a Swedish fictional creature that was constructed in 1918 by the taxidermist Rudolf Granberg and is permanently displayed at the museum at Norra Berget in Sundsvall.

Sep 28, 2023 · Skvader is a fantastical beast from Sweden that resembles a cross between a hare and a wood grouse. Håkan Dahlmark (1832–1922), a timber rafting inspector in Medelpad, is credited with creating the Skvader in a hunting myth. It was painted and then stuffed at the end.

The Skvader is known for its long ears, powerful hind legs, and small, twitching nose, which resemble those of a hare. Its feathered torso and wings, on the other hand, are similar to those of a wood grouse.

The Skvader is a fascinating mythical creature, combining the physical features of a hare (Lepus Europaeus) and a wood grouse (Tetrao urogallus). Our description encompasses the unique attributes of both species.

Apr 2, 2021 · The Skvader is a taxidermist’s chimera found in Sundsvall, in the Swedish province of Medelpad. It is a winged hare, combining the skins of a European hare and a capercaillie. The original skvader was made by Rudolf Granberg in 1918, based on an illustration of a …

In Northern Europe's serene forests, a whimsical hybrid creature, the Skvader, emerges from modern folklore, embodying nature's endless variety and human imagination.

The Skvader is a Swedish fictional creature that was assembled in 1918 by the taxidermist Rudolf Granberg and is now displayed at the museum at Norra Berget in Sundsvall.

The Skvader is a species of winged hare indigenous to Sweden. According to legend, this unusual animal was first discovered by a hunter named Håkan Dahlmark in 1874. Eventually a stuffed specimen of the creature was put on display in the Historical Preservation Society in Sundsvall where it remains to this day.

Mar 24, 2024 · Uncover the mystery of the Skvader, Sweden's most whimsical creature, in this captivating short film. A legendary hybrid of a hare and a wood grouse, the Skv...

Skvader är ett fantasidjur med framdel av en hare och bakdel av en tjäder. Skvadern har sitt ursprung i en jakthistoria, ursprungligen berättad av Håkan Dahlmark [1] (1832–1912), flottningsinspektör i Medelpad. Den blev så småningom en …