About the Madagascar Jacana
The Madagascar jacana is a species of bird in the family Jacanidae. It is endemic to Madagascar.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Jacanas (Jacanidae) |
| Species | Actophilornis albinucha |
| Species Codes | madjac1, MAJA |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Madagascar Jacana belong to?
The Madagascar Jacana (Actophilornis albinucha) belongs to the Jacanas family (Jacanidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Madagascar Jacana?
The Madagascar Jacana is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Madagascar Jacana?
The Madagascar jacana is a species of bird in the family Jacanidae. It is endemic to Madagascar....
Where can I report a Madagascar Jacana sighting?
You can log sightings of Madagascar Jacana on eBird (ebird.org) using species code madjac1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Charadriiformes
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Quick Stats
Charadriiformes
Order
8
Species in Family
38
iNat Observations
EN
IUCN Status
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