Orange-footed Scrubfowl

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Orange-footed Scrubfowl (<em>Megapodius reinwardt</em>) is a species of Megapodes (<em>Megapodiidae</em>) in the order Gamebirds (Chickens, Pheasants and Grouse).

Overview

Orange-footed Scrubfowl (Megapodius reinwardt) is a species of Megapodes (Megapodiidae) in the order Gamebirds (Chickens, Pheasants and Grouse).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Megapodius; binomial: Megapodius reinwardt; authority: Dumont, 1823.

Distribution

Breeding range: Australasia.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

Change English name of Megapodius reinwardt to Orange-footed Scrubfowl (Gregory 2009).

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