Megapode
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| Scientific name | Megapodiidae |
|---|---|
| Rank | Family |
| Higher classification | Landfowl |
| Family | Megapodiidae; Lesson, 1831 |
| Order | Galliformes |
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| ID | 2228154 |
About Megapode
The megapodes, also known as incubator birds or mound-builders, are stocky, medium-large, chicken-like birds with small heads and large feet in the family Megapodiidae. Their name literally means "large foot" and is a reference to the heavy legs and feet typical of these terrestrial birds.
Megapode Photos
