African Jacana

Conservation Status:

It is listed as Least Concern, with a large and stable population

Population Trends:

The species shows a stable trend, supported by its wide distribution across sub-Saharan Africa

Population Size:

Exact global numbers are not clearly known.

Family:

Jacanidae

Location:

In Uganda

Habitat:

It is common in wetlands, swamps, lakeshores, and slow-moving waters, especially where there is floating vegetation like water lilies, including areas around Lake Victoria and Lake Kyoga.

Migration Pattern:

The African Jacana is non-migratory, making short local movements

Migration Distance:

Typically within a few kilometers, following water levels and vegetation.

About this Bird:

The Jesus Bird.

The African Jacana (Actophilornis africanus) is one of the most fascinating wetland birds, often called the “lily-trotter” for its ability to walk gracefully across floating vegetation. Its long toes spread its weight, allowing it to move where few birds can. It belongs to the Jacanidae family.

African Jacana

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About this Bird:

The Jesus Bird.

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