Comb-crested Jacana
Irediparra gallinacea
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<birdfyi-bird slug="irediparra-gallinacea"></birdfyi-bird>The Comb-crested Jacana (Irediparra gallinacea) is a bird species in the family Jacanidae, within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 27 cm and a weight of 113.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
Comb-crested Jacana: 19–22 cm, Australasian jacana with a distinctive fleshy pink-red comb on the forehead, black-and-white plumage, and enormously long toes. Inhabits freshwater wetlands with water-lilies across northern Australia, New Guinea, and the Philippines. Walks on floating plants. Polyandrous. Invertebrate and plant feeder.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 27,0 cm | 10.6 in |
| Poids | 113,25 g | 3.99 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Incubation: 28 days. Fledging: 50-60 days.
Taille de la couvée
4
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Famille | Jacanidae |
| Genus | Irediparra |
| Espèces | Irediparra gallinacea |
Distribution
Comb-crested Jacana has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Jacanidae family