Malleefowl Collection

Leipoa Ocellata or Malleefowl, Australian bird
Leipoa Ocellata or Malleefowl, Australian ground-dwelling bird of the megapode family. Date: 1842

Australian Brush-Turkey, 1864 (colour litho)
998968 Australian Brush-Turkey, 1864 (colour litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Bilder-Atlas zur wissenschaftlich-populAaren Naturgeschichte der VAogel in)

Illustration of Malleefowl (Leipoa ocellata) covering its eggs with sand

Picture No. 10865321
Malleefowl (Leipoa ocellata) on mound. Western Victoria, Australia Date:

Malleefowl - Male and female on mound, - South western and southern Australia JPF05455
JPF-14161 Malleefowl - Male and female on mound South western and southern Australia Leipoa ocellata Jean-Paul Ferrero Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Malleefowl An incubator bird or megapode. Raking nesting mount. Little Destert, Victoria, Australia
HB-3502 MALLEEFOWL / LOWAN - male, raking nesting mound Little Desert, Victoria, Australia Leipoa ocellata Also known as an incubator bird / native pheasant or bush chook. Fm: Megapodes

Mallee Fowl
CAN-2907 Malleefowl / Lowan - at nest mound Australia Leipoa ocellata Also known as incubator bird / native pheasant or bush chook. Fm: Megapodes. Status: Vulnerable

Malle Fowl Australia
CAN-1945 MALLEEFOWL / LOWAN Australia Leipoa ocellata Also known as an incubator bird / native pheasant or bush chook. Fm: Megapodes

Malleefowl
CAN-1679 MALLEEFOWL / LOWAN - side view Found in semi arid scrub and woodlands, Australia Leipoa ocellata Also known as incubator bird / native pheasant or bush chook. Fm: Megapodes

Mallee Fowl / Lowan Australia
CAN-1098 Malleefowl / Lowan - pair at nest site Australia Leipoa ocellata Also known as incubator bird / native pheasant or bush chook. Fm: Megapodes. Status: Vulnerable

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The Malleefowl, scientifically known as Leipoa ocellata, is a fascinating Australian bird that captures the attention with its unique behaviors and striking appearance. Also referred to as the Australian Brush-Turkey, this species has been documented since 1864 in colorful lithographs. One captivating illustration showcases the Malleefowl diligently covering its eggs with sand, displaying an exceptional parental instinct. This image (Picture No. 10865321) highlights their remarkable nesting habits and protective nature towards their offspring. Another photograph (Picture No. 10865310) depicts a male and female Malleefowl on a mound found in the southwestern and southern regions of Australia (JPF05455). These mounds serve as incubators for their eggs, where they carefully regulate temperature by raking surrounding vegetation onto them. Found predominantly in Little Desert, Victoria, Australia, these megapodes are well-adapted to arid environments like the mallee scrubland. Their resilience is evident through images showcasing them amidst this unique habitat (Mallee Fowl). With repeated mentions of "Mallee Fowl, " it emphasizes how integral these birds are to Australia's ecosystem. Despite facing challenges such as habitat loss and predation threats over time, conservation efforts continue to protect this iconic species. The Malleefowl stands out not only for its distinctive name but also for its intriguing behaviors captured through various illustrations and photographs throughout history.