African Jacana - Actophilornis africana

Length 11.8 in (30.0 cm)
Weight M: 4.8 oz (137 g), F: 9.2 oz (261 g)
Clutch Size 4
Chicks at birth Precocial
IUCN Conservation Status Least Concern
Continents:AF
     

The African Jacana is found in sub-Saharan Africa. Their long toes and claws enable them to walk on top of floating vegetation.

Adult
Picture/image of African Jacana
08/24/2012 - National Aviary, Pittsburg, PA
08/24/2012 - National Aviary, Pittsburg, PA
Picture/image of African Jacana
08/24/2012 - National Aviary, Pittsburg, PA
08/24/2012 - National Aviary, Pittsburg, PA
Picture/image of African Jacana
08/25/2012 - National Aviary, Pittsburg, PA
08/25/2012 - National Aviary, Pittsburg, PA

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