Aepypodius arfakianus
Aepypodius arfakianus
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<dinofyi-dinosaur slug="aepypodius-arfakianus"></dinofyi-dinosaur>Aepypodius arfakianus, the Wattled Brushturkey, is a living megapode bird of New Guinea highland forests. About 43-47cm long, males build large mound nests of rotting vegetation to incubate eggs using geothermal heat. Fossil relatives of megapodes extend back to the Oligocene. This species is classified as Vulnerable due to hunting and habitat loss.
Diet & Feeding
Aepypodius arfakianus was a plant-eating dinosaur. Herbivores typically fed on ferns, cycads, conifers, and other vegetation available during their era. Many herbivorous dinosaurs developed specialized teeth and digestive systems for processing tough plant material.
Discovery & Naming
| Discovery Location | Indonesia |
Quick Facts
| Diet | Herbivore |
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