About the Melanesian Megapode
The Melanesian scrubfowl or Melanesian megapode is a megapode species that is endemic to islands within Melanesia. The Melanesian scrubfowl has a unique strategy of egg incubation in which it relies on environmental heat sources. This bird species is culturally important for Indigenous peoples in Melanesia.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes |
| Family | Megapodes (Megapodiidae) |
| Species | Megapodius eremita |
| Species Codes | melscr1, MESC, MEME |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Melanesian Megapode belong to?
The Melanesian Megapode (Megapodius eremita) belongs to the Megapodes family (Megapodiidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Melanesian Megapode?
The Melanesian scrubfowl or Melanesian megapode is a megapode species that is endemic to islands within Melanesia. The Melanesian scrubfowl has a unique strategy of egg incubation in which it relies on environmental heat sources. This bird species is culturally important for Indigenous peoples in Me...
Where can I report a Melanesian Megapode sighting?
You can log sightings of Melanesian Megapode on eBird (ebird.org) using species code melscr1, or on iNaturalist.
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