About the Australian Brushturkey
The Australian Brushturkey (Alectura lathami) is a species of bird in the Megapodes family (Megapodiidae), within the order Galliformes. This family contains 21 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code ausbrt1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Galliformes |
| Family | Megapodes (Megapodiidae) |
| Species | Alectura lathami |
| Species Codes | ausbrt1, AUBR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Australian Brushturkey belong to?
The Australian Brushturkey (Alectura lathami) belongs to the Megapodes family (Megapodiidae), in the order Galliformes.
How can I identify the Australian Brushturkey?
The Australian Brushturkey is a member of the Megapodes family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Australian Brushturkey sighting?
You can log sightings of Australian Brushturkey on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ausbrt1, or on iNaturalist.