Maleo (Maleo Senkawor)
Macrocephalon maleo
A remarkable Sulawesi megapode that incubates eggs in warm sand or geothermal soils.
HabitatLowland/hill forest; nesting sandy sites
DietFruits, seeds, invertebrates
SizeAbout 55-60 cm long
BehaviorGround-dwelling; communal nesting; wary
Where you might see it
Sulawesi mainland at protected nesting grounds - special excursion required.
How to spot it
At authorized sites, watch quietly for pairs arriving and digging.
Responsible Encounter Guidelines
- •Visit only official sites.
- •Never approach active nests.
- •No flash or drones.
- •Keep groups small and quiet.
- •Do not buy eggs.
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Conservation Status
Critically Endangered; pressured by egg harvesting and habitat loss.