Collared Brushturkey
Talegalla jobiensis
The Collared Brushturkey (Talegalla jobiensis) is a legendary megapod found in 2 countries, weighing about 1.5 kg. The collared brushturkey, brown-collared brushturkey, or red-legged brushturkey is a species of bird in the family Megapodiidae.
About the Collared Brushturkey
The collared brushturkey, brown-collared brushturkey, or red-legged brushturkey is a species of bird in the family Megapodiidae. It is found in the northern part of New Guinea. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest and subtropical or tropical moist montane forest.Head of the collared brushturkey
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Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: January, February, April, June, July, August, September, October, November, with peak activity in November. It is a variable species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Collared Brushturkey look like?
- The collared brushturkey, brown-collared brushturkey, or red-legged brushturkey is a species of bird in the family Megapodiidae.
- How big is a Collared Brushturkey?
- The Collared Brushturkey is a large sized bird weighing about 1.5 kg.
- Where can you see a Collared Brushturkey?
- The Collared Brushturkey occurs in 2 countries, including Papua New Guinea and Indonesia.
- What birds look similar to a Collared Brushturkey?
- The Collared Brushturkey is most easily confused with the Black-billed Brushturkey and the Red-billed Brushturkey.
- Is the Collared Brushturkey endangered?
- The Collared Brushturkey is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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