Melanesian Megapode

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Melanesian Megapode (<em>Megapodius eremita</em>) is a species of Megapodes (<em>Megapodiidae</em>) in the order Gamebirds (Chickens, Pheasants and Grouse).

Overview

Melanesian Megapode (Megapodius eremita) is a species of Megapodes (Megapodiidae) in the order Gamebirds (Chickens, Pheasants and Grouse).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Megapodius; binomial: Megapodius eremita; authority: Hartlaub, 1868.

Distribution

Breeding range: Australasia.

Conservation Status

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

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.

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