About the Vanuatu Megapode
The Vanuatu megapode or Vanuatu scrubfowl is a species of bird in the family Megapodiidae. It was formerly known as the New Hebrides scrubfowl. It is found only in Vanuatu. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest. The species is threatened by habitat loss and egg collecting.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes |
| Family | Megapodes (Megapodiidae) |
| Species | Megapodius layardi |
| Species Codes | vanscr1, VASC, VAME |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Vanuatu Megapode belong to?
The Vanuatu Megapode (Megapodius layardi) belongs to the Megapodes family (Megapodiidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Vanuatu Megapode?
The Vanuatu megapode or Vanuatu scrubfowl is a species of bird in the family Megapodiidae. It was formerly known as the New Hebrides scrubfowl. It is found only in Vanuatu. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest. The species is threatened by habitat loss and egg collecti...
Where can I report a Vanuatu Megapode sighting?
You can log sightings of Vanuatu Megapode on eBird (ebird.org) using species code vanscr1, or on iNaturalist.
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