About the Tongan Megapode
The Tongan megapode is a species of bird in the megapode family, Megapodiidae, currently endemic to Tonga. The species is also known as the Polynesian megapode, and as the Niuafo'ou megapode after the island of Niuafo'ou to which it was restricted for many years. The specific epithet honours British consul William Thomas Pritchard.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes |
| Family | Megapodes (Megapodiidae) |
| Species | Megapodius pritchardii |
| Species Codes | niuscr1, TOSC, TOME |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Tongan Megapode belong to?
The Tongan Megapode (Megapodius pritchardii) belongs to the Megapodes family (Megapodiidae), in the order Galliformes.
What is the conservation status of the Tongan Megapode?
The Tongan Megapode is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Tongan Megapode?
The Tongan megapode is a species of bird in the megapode family, Megapodiidae, currently endemic to Tonga. The species is also known as the Polynesian megapode, and as the Niuafo'ou megapode after the island of Niuafo'ou to which it was restricted for many years. The specific epithet honours British...
Where can I report a Tongan Megapode sighting?
You can log sightings of Tongan Megapode on eBird (ebird.org) using species code niuscr1, or on iNaturalist.
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