About the Brown Mesite
The brown mesite is a ground-dwelling bird endemic to Madagascar. It is one of three species in the mesite family or the Mesitornithidae, and though classified as vulnerable by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), it is the most widespread of the three.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Mesitornithiformes |
| Family | Mesites (Mesitornithidae) |
| Species | Mesitornis unicolor |
| Species Codes | bromes1, BRME |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown Mesite belong to?
The Brown Mesite (Mesitornis unicolor) belongs to the Mesites family (Mesitornithidae), in the order Mesitornithiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Brown Mesite?
The Brown Mesite is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Brown Mesite?
The brown mesite is a ground-dwelling bird endemic to Madagascar. It is one of three species in the mesite family or the Mesitornithidae, and though classified as vulnerable by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), it is the most widespread of the three....
Where can I report a Brown Mesite sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown Mesite on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bromes1, or on iNaturalist.
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