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Madagascar Jacana

Actophilornis albinucha

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Found in Norway. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (สัตว์)
Phylum
Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)
Class
Aves (นก)
Order
Charadriiformes (Charadriiformes)
Family
Jacanidae
Genus
Actophilornis
Species
Actophilornis albinucha (Madagascar Jacana)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese マダガスカルレンカク
Chinese 馬達加斯加雉鴴
Spanish Jacana malgache
French Jacana malgache
German Madagaskarblatthühnchen
Portuguese jaçanã-malgaxe
Russian Мадагаскарская якана

Similar Species in Actophilornis

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African Jacana
Actophilornis africanus
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Madagascar Jacana?
The scientific name of Madagascar Jacana is Actophilornis albinucha. It belongs to the genus Actophilornis.
What is the conservation status of Madagascar Jacana?
Madagascar Jacana (Actophilornis albinucha) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Madagascar Jacana live?
Madagascar Jacana is found in Found in Norway. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway.
What family does Madagascar Jacana belong to?
Madagascar Jacana (Actophilornis albinucha) belongs to the genus Actophilornis, which is part of the taxonomic family Jacanidae.
Is Madagascar Jacana endangered?
Yes, Madagascar Jacana (Actophilornis albinucha) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Madagascar Jacana belong to?
Madagascar Jacana (Actophilornis albinucha) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of Madagascar Jacana?
The closest relatives of Madagascar Jacana in the genus Actophilornis include African Jacana.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Actophilornis — 2 Species

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African Jacana
Actophilornis africanus
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Madagascar Jacana
Actophilornis albinucha
EN
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