Nicobar megapode

Scientific Name

Megapodius nicobariensis

IUCN Status

Vulnerable (VU)

Population

>2500

Weight

0.5-1.1 kg

Range

Nicobar islands

Threats

Hunting, egg collection, dogs, coastal development

Did You Know

The Nicobar megapode builds a mound nest

Also Known As

Nicobar scrubfowl

IUCN Status

Vulnerable (VU)

Population

>2500

Weight

0.5-1.1 kg

Range

Nicobar islands

Threats

Hunting, egg collection, dogs, coastal development

Did You Know

The Nicobar megapode builds a mound nest

Also Known As

Nicobar scrubfowl

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