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Hammerhuhn

Macrocephalon maleo

Critically Endangered
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Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, among 4 distinct biome types spanning the Australasia and Indomalayan realms. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Distributed across Indonesia and Norway. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Names in Other Languages

Japanese セレベスツカツクリ
Chinese 塚雉
Spanish Talégalo maleo
French Mégapode maléo
German Hammerhuhn
Portuguese maléo
Russian Малео

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hammerhuhn?
The scientific name of Hammerhuhn is Macrocephalon maleo. It belongs to the genus Macrocephalon.
What is the conservation status of Hammerhuhn?
Hammerhuhn (Macrocephalon maleo) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Hammerhuhn live?
Hammerhuhn is found in Distributed across Indonesia and Norway. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Indonesia, Norway.
What family does Hammerhuhn belong to?
Hammerhuhn (Macrocephalon maleo) belongs to the genus Macrocephalon, which is part of the taxonomic family Megapodiidae.
Is Hammerhuhn endangered?
Yes, Hammerhuhn (Macrocephalon maleo) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Hammerhuhn belong to?
Hammerhuhn (Macrocephalon maleo) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

Native Range — 2 Countries

Genus Macrocephalon — 1 Species

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Hammerhuhn
Macrocephalon maleo
CR

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