Jacanas
Order: Charadriiformes. Family: Jacanidae
The jacanas are a group of tropical waders in the family Jacanidae. They are found worldwide in the Tropics. They are identifiable by their huge feet and claws which enable them to walk on floating vegetation in the shallow lakes that are their preferred habitat. There 8 species worldwide and one species which occurs in Madagascar.
| Common Name | Scientific Name | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Madagascar Jacana* | Actophilornis albinucha |
Read more about this topic: List Of Birds Of Madagascar