Comb-crested Jacana
Irediparra gallinacea
Least ConcernAves · Charadriiformes · Jacanidae
About
The comb-crested jacana, also known as the lotusbird or lilytrotter, is the only species of jacana in the genus Irediparra. Like other jacana species, it is adapted to the floating vegetation of tropical freshwater wetlands.
Fun Fact
Like other jacana species, it is adapted to the floating vegetation of tropical freshwater wetlands.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Occurs in south-eastern Borneo, the southern Philippines, Sulawesi, Moluccas, Lesser Sunda Islands, north and south-east New Guinea, New Britain (Lake Lalili), and northern and eastern Australia.
Diet
Eats seeds and aquatic insects gleaned from floating vegetation on the water surface.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance