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Macrocephalon

Macrocephalon

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A large black and white bird from Sulawesi, Indonesia
  • noun
  • Specialized
: Macrocephalon
  • The Macrocephalon is notable for its unique nesting behavior in the volcanic soils of Sulawesi.

Examples

  • Researchers observed several Macrocephalon at the wildlife sanctuary during the breeding season.

  • The Macrocephalon is known for its unique nesting behavior.

  • Conservation efforts are crucial for protecting the natural habitat of the Macrocephalon.

  • Look at that Macrocephalon soaring above the trees!

  • Researchers observed several Macrocephalon at the wildlife sanctuary during the breeding season.

  • The Macrocephalon is notable for its unique nesting behavior in the volcanic soils of Sulawesi.

  • Conservation efforts are crucial for protecting the natural habitat of the Macrocephalon.

Surface Forms

Macrocephalon singular
Macrocephalons plural

Etymology

The word Macrocephalon comes from Greek parts macro- meaning 'large' and -cephalon meaning 'head', so it means 'big head'. This name fits the large black-and-white maleos from Sulawesi, which have big heads.