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Mégapode des Nicobar

Megapodius nicobariensis

Vulnerable
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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Found in Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ニコバルツカツクリ
Chinese 尼柯巴塚雉
Spanish Talégalo de Nicobar
French Mégapode des Nicobar
German Nikobar-Großfußhuhn
Portuguese frango-do-mato-das-nicobar
Russian Никобарская курица

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Least Concern
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Mégapode de Geelvink
Megapodius geelvinkianus
Near Threatened
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Mégapode de La Pérouse
Megapodius laperouse
Near Threatened
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Mégapode de Layard
Megapodius layardi
Vulnerable
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Mégapode de Nouvelle-Guinée
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mégapode des Nicobar?
The scientific name of Mégapode des Nicobar is Megapodius nicobariensis. It belongs to the genus Megapodius.
What is the conservation status of Mégapode des Nicobar?
Mégapode des Nicobar (Megapodius nicobariensis) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Mégapode des Nicobar live?
Mégapode des Nicobar is found in Found in Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway.
What family does Mégapode des Nicobar belong to?
Mégapode des Nicobar (Megapodius nicobariensis) belongs to the genus Megapodius, which is part of the taxonomic family Megapodiidae.
Is Mégapode des Nicobar endangered?
Yes, Mégapode des Nicobar (Megapodius nicobariensis) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Mégapode des Nicobar belong to?
Mégapode des Nicobar (Megapodius nicobariensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).
What are the closest relatives of Mégapode des Nicobar?
The closest relatives of Mégapode des Nicobar in the genus Megapodius include Mégapode de Bernstein, Mégapode de Freycinet, Mégapode de Geelvink, Mégapode de La Pérouse, Mégapode de Layard.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Megapodius — 12 Species

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Mégapode de Bernstein
Megapodius bernsteinii
VU 🐾
Mégapode de Freycinet
Megapodius freycinet
LC 🐾
Mégapode de Geelvink
Megapodius geelvinkianus
NT 🐾
Mégapode de La Pérouse
Megapodius laperouse
NT 🐾
Mégapode de Layard
Megapodius layardi
VU 🐾
Mégapode de Nouvelle-Guinée
Megapodius decollatus
LC 🐾
Mégapode de Pritchard
Megapodius pritchardii
VU 🐾
Mégapode de Reinwardt
Megapodius reinwardt
LC
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Mégapode des Nicobar
Megapodius nicobariensis
VU
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Mégapode des Philippines
Megapodius cumingii
LC 🐾
Mégapode des Tanimbar
Megapodius tenimberensis
VU 🐾
Mégapode mélanésien
Megapodius eremita
LC
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