Philippine Scrubfowl
Megapodius cumingii
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A medium-sized megapode (~890 g) of family Megapodiidae found on islands of the Philippines, Sulawesi, and Borneo. Inhabits coastal and lowland forests, often near beaches where it buries eggs in sun-warmed sand. Forages for seeds, fruits, and invertebrates on the forest floor. Least Concern; relatively widespread across its archipelago range though locally threatened.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 42,6 cm | 16.8 in |
| Poids | 892,125 g | 31.47 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Medium grey-brown above, paler grey on underparts; bare reddish orbital skin; short brownish crest. Bill and legs yellowish. Underparts cleanly pale grey, contrasting with darker back.
Habitat & Range
Répartition géographique
Resident in the southern Philippines, Sulawesi, and surrounding Indonesian islands. Found in lowland and foothill forest.
Diet & Feeding
Omnivorous ground forager in Philippine coastal forests; eats fallen fruits, seeds, invertebrates, and small vertebrates.
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: BU,M. Incubation: 63 days.
Son
Chant
Produces a loud, raucous cackling wail and deep clucking series. The penetrating cackle echoes through Philippine island forest; among the louder megapode calls of the western Pacific.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Galliformes (Gamebirds) |
| Famille | Megapodiidae (Megapodes) |
| Genus | Megapodius |
| Espèces | Megapodius cumingii |
Distribution
Philippine Scrubfowl has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Megapodiidae family