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Northern Jacana

Jacana spinosa

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Norway.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Japanese アメリカレンカク
Chinese 美洲水雉
Spanish Jacana norteña
French Jacana du Mexique
German Gelbstirn-Blatthühnchen
Portuguese jaçanã-de-fronte-amarela
Russian Желтолобая якана

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Northern Jacana?
The scientific name of Northern Jacana is Jacana spinosa. It belongs to the genus Jacana.
What is the conservation status of Northern Jacana?
Northern Jacana (Jacana spinosa) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Northern Jacana live?
Northern Jacana is found in Found in Norway.. Countries include Norway.
What family does Northern Jacana belong to?
Northern Jacana (Jacana spinosa) belongs to the genus Jacana, which is part of the taxonomic family Jacanidae.
Is Northern Jacana endangered?
No, Northern Jacana (Jacana spinosa) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Northern Jacana belong to?
Northern Jacana (Jacana spinosa) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of Northern Jacana?
The closest relatives of Northern Jacana in the genus Jacana include Wattled Jacana.

Native Range — 1 Countries

Genus Jacana — 2 Species

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Wattled Jacana
Jacana jacana
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Northern Jacana
Jacana spinosa
LC

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