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.

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.

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.

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 …

The Skvader (Latin, Tetrao lepus pseudo-hybridus rarissumus L.) is a creature which originated from the tradition of telling of tall tales in early twentieth-century Sweden. A hybrid animal, the Skvader possesses the head and legs of a hare and the …

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 species of winged hare indigenous to Sweden. According to legend, this unusual animal was first discovered by a hunter named Håkan Dahlmark in 1874.

Mar 2, 2025 · The skvader is a legendary Swedish hybrid creature, first brought to life in 1918 by taxidermist Rudolf Granberg. This peculiar chimera—combining the forequarters and hind legs of a European hare (Lepus europaeus) with the back, wings, and tail of a female wood grouse (Tetrao urogallus)—is permanently displayed at the Norra Berget Museum in ...

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...