Maleo

Megapodes 👁 137 views Updated 2026-11-01

Maleo (<em>Macrocephalon maleo</em>) is a species of Megapodes (<em>Megapodiidae</em>) in the order Gamebirds (Chickens, Pheasants and Grouse).

Overview

Maleo (Macrocephalon maleo) is a species of Megapodes (Megapodiidae) in the order Gamebirds (Chickens, Pheasants and Grouse).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Macrocephalon; binomial: Macrocephalon maleo; authority: Müller, S, 1846.

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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