Genus-megapodius (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the Megapodiidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Megapodius includes various bird species commonly known as scrubfowl or megapodes.
- Taxonomic classification places the chicken-like birds within the family Megapodiidae under the type genus Megapodius.
- Biological research highlights the intriguing reproductive behavior of the birds within the genus Megapodius and the Megapodiidae family.
- Conservation efforts focus on protecting the diverse range of birds within the genus Megapodius across Australia, New Guinea, and Southeast Asia.
- Different species within the genus Megapodius demonstrate varied adaptations to constructing complex nesting mounds for incubating eggs.