Lesser Jacana

Microparra capensis

The lesser jacana is a wader in the family Jacanidae and can be found in Africa. It can be recognized by its long legs and claws that allow it to walk on aquatic vegetation – although it is not to be confused with the larger African Jacana. The lesser jacana is insectivorous. Its conservation status is of least concern.

Scientific name

Microparra capensis

Family

Jacanas

IUCN status

LC