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Maleo

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.

🇮🇩 Indonesia 🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Galliformes (Galliformes)

Species

Macrocephalon maleo (Maleo)

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 Maleo?

The scientific name of Maleo is Macrocephalon maleo. It belongs to the genus Macrocephalon.

What is the conservation status of Maleo?

Maleo (Macrocephalon maleo) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Maleo live?

Maleo 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 Maleo belong to?

Maleo (Macrocephalon maleo) belongs to the genus Macrocephalon, which is part of the taxonomic family Megapodiidae.

Is Maleo endangered?

Yes, Maleo (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 Maleo belong to?

Maleo (Macrocephalon maleo) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).