Jacana articles

Where are jacana found?

The Jacanidae family, characterized by their astonishingly long toes and claws that allow them to walk across floating v...

Are jacanas endangered?

The family Jacanidae, often called the lily-trotters or Jesus birds because of their astonishing ability to walk on floa...

Why are jacanas called Jesus birds?

The nickname "Jesus bird" follows the jacana wherever it goes, often accompanied by the equally evocative moniker "lily-...

What is the bronze winged jacana nest?

The Bronze-winged Jacana, *Metopidius indicus*, presents a fascinating subject for anyone interested in specialized avia...