Wattled Brushturkey Facts Aepypodius arfakianus
The wattled brushturkey (Aepypodius arfakianus) is a species of bird in the family Megapodiidae found year-round in New Guinea.
- Diet
- They tend to forage during the day, from early in the morning to late afternoon, a pattern that is shared with other megapodes.
Classification
Family: Megapodiidae. Order: Galliformes.
What Do Wattled Brushturkeys Eat?
Diet classification: Herbivore. Recorded foods: They tend to forage during the day, from early in the morning to late afternoon, a pattern that is shared with other megapodes.
Wattled Brushturkey Conservation Status
Wattled Brushturkey is listed here as Least Concern. Protecting habitat, maintaining healthy prey or food sources, and reducing human pressure are important parts of conserving wild populations.
Quick facts
- Diet
- Herbivore
- Weight
- 1.46 kg
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