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Nicobar Megapode

Megapodius nicobariensis

Vulnerable

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

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (สัตว์)
Phylum
Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)
Class
Aves (นก)
Order
Galliformes (อันดับไก่)
Family
Megapodiidae
Genus
Megapodius
Species
Megapodius nicobariensis (Nicobar Megapode)

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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Melanesian Megapode
Megapodius eremita
Least Concern
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Micronesian Megapode
Megapodius laperouse
Near Threatened
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New Guinea Scrubfowl
Megapodius decollatus
Least Concern
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Orange-footed Scrubfowl
Megapodius reinwardt
Least Concern
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Philippine Megapode
Megapodius cumingii
Least Concern
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Sula Megapode
Megapodius bernsteinii
Vulnerable
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Tanimbar Megapode
Megapodius tenimberensis
Vulnerable
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Biak Scrubfowl
Megapodius geelvinkianus
Near Threatened
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Nicobar Megapode?
The scientific name of Nicobar Megapode is Megapodius nicobariensis. It belongs to the genus Megapodius.
What is the conservation status of Nicobar Megapode?
Nicobar Megapode (Megapodius nicobariensis) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Nicobar Megapode live?
Nicobar Megapode 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 Nicobar Megapode belong to?
Nicobar Megapode (Megapodius nicobariensis) belongs to the genus Megapodius, which is part of the taxonomic family Megapodiidae.
Is Nicobar Megapode endangered?
Yes, Nicobar Megapode (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 Nicobar Megapode belong to?
Nicobar Megapode (Megapodius nicobariensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of Nicobar Megapode?
The closest relatives of Nicobar Megapode in the genus Megapodius include Melanesian Megapode, Micronesian Megapode, New Guinea Scrubfowl, Orange-footed Scrubfowl, Philippine Megapode.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Megapodius — 12 Species

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Melanesian Megapode
Megapodius eremita
LC 🐾
Micronesian Megapode
Megapodius laperouse
NT 🐾
New Guinea Scrubfowl
Megapodius decollatus
LC
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Nicobar Megapode
Megapodius nicobariensis
VU
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Orange-footed Scrubfowl
Megapodius reinwardt
LC 🐾
Philippine Megapode
Megapodius cumingii
LC 🐾
Sula Megapode
Megapodius bernsteinii
VU 🐾
Tanimbar Megapode
Megapodius tenimberensis
VU 🐾
Biak Scrubfowl
Megapodius geelvinkianus
NT 🐾
Tongan Megapode
Megapodius pritchardii
VU 🐾
Vanuatu Megapode
Megapodius layardi
VU 🐾
Dusky Megapode
Megapodius freycinet
LC
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