Biak Scrubfowl
Megapodius geelvinkianus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="megapodius-geelvinkianus"></birdfyi-bird>The Biak Scrubfowl (Megapodius geelvinkianus) is a bird species in the family Megapodiidae (megapodes), within the order Galliformes (gamebirds). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 42.5 cm and a weight of 525 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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A medium-sized megapode (~525 g) of family Megapodiidae, endemic to the Biak-Supiori island group in Geelvink Bay, West Papua, Indonesia. Inhabits lowland forests and coastal vegetation. Builds mound nests warmed by solar heat for egg incubation. Forages for seeds and invertebrates. Near Threatened due to its very restricted island range and ongoing deforestation.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| पंखों का फैलाव | 42.5 cm | 16.7 in |
| वजन | 525.0 g | 18.52 oz |
पहचान
पंख
Dull brownish with darker brown upperparts; bare reddish periorbital skin; small pale crest on forecrown; underparts grey-buff. Similar to Dusky Scrubfowl but restricted to Biak Island, with slightly paler flanks.
Habitat & Range
भौगोलिक वितरण
Endemic to Biak Island and nearby islands in Cenderawasih Bay, West Papua. Found in lowland and coastal forest.
Diet & Feeding
Forages in Biak Island lowland forests for fallen fruits, seeds, and invertebrates scratched from leaf litter and soil.
संरक्षण स्थिति
ध्वनि
गीत
Produces a loud, wailing cackle and guttural clucks. Calls are consistent with other Pacific Megapodius scrubfowl; heard on Biak and Numfoor islands at dusk and dawn.
वर्गिकी
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| गण | Galliformes (Gamebirds) |
| कुल | Megapodiidae (Megapodes) |
| Genus | Megapodius |
| प्रजातियां | Megapodius geelvinkianus |
Distribution
Biak Scrubfowl has been recorded in 1 countries.
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