Malleefowl

Megapodes 👁 178 views Updated 2026-11-01

Malleefowl (<em>Leipoa ocellata</em>) is a species of Megapodes (<em>Megapodiidae</em>) in the order Gamebirds (Chickens, Pheasants and Grouse).

Overview

Malleefowl (Leipoa ocellata) is a species of Megapodes (Megapodiidae) in the order Gamebirds (Chickens, Pheasants and Grouse).

Scientific Classification

Genus: Leipoa; binomial: Leipoa ocellata; authority: Gould, 1840.

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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