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Polluelo © Simon Mitchell
Despliegue © Andrew Spencer
Adulto © Nigel Voaden

Talégalo Maleo Macrocephalon maleo

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Identificación

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A massive black-and-white megapode with a rose-pink breast and a diagnostic prominent knob on the nape. Found in lowland and hill forest, in areas near beaches or areas with volcanic sands in which they lay their eggs. Immatures show a blacker head with a white throat and a tufted crest. Occurs in pairs that forage on the ground and roost in trees by night. Often best seen at known egg-laying sites, either during laying sessions, or roosting in trees nearby. Generally silent, but occasionally gives a loud, bubbling “waow.”

PROPORCIONADO POR MERLIN