Madagascar Jacana
Actophilornis albinucha
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<birdfyi-bird slug="actophilornis-albinucha"></birdfyi-bird>The Madagascar Jacana (Actophilornis albinucha) is a bird species in the family Jacanidae, within the order Charadriiformes (shorebirds & gulls). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 31.9 cm and a weight of 189 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Endangered.
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Madagascar Jacana: 24–28 cm, Madagascar endemic similar to African Jacana but with a distinctive white hindneck and slightly paler blue frontal shield. Inhabits freshwater lakes and ponds with floating vegetation. Sedentary endemic. Polyandrous breeding system. Feeds on invertebrates and seeds. NT due to wetland drainage and hunting.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Размах крыльев | 31,9 cm | 12.6 in |
| Масса | 189,0 g | 6.67 oz |
Habitat & Range
Охранный статус
Поведение и размножение
Гнездование
Nest type: PL.
Размер кладки
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Таксономия
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Отряд | Charadriiformes (Shorebirds & Gulls) |
| Семейство | Jacanidae |
| Genus | Actophilornis |
| Виды | Actophilornis albinucha |
Distribution
Madagascar Jacana has been recorded in 1 countries.
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