Where Do Jacanas Live?

HABITAT AND DIET
They are native to Asia, Africa, Australia, and the Americas. Jacanas live out much of their lives on these floating islands, foraging for fish and insects, and building their nests. These water birds often send out noisy alarms when they think predators are near.

What is special about a jacana?

Jacanas are known to be great swimmers and divers. A jacana chick can stay underwater for long periods of time as they have special breathing holes on their bills. So, they are capable of diving down inside the water for safety with only their bills emerging outside.

What does the Northern Jacana eat?

Feeding. The northern jacana feeds on insects on the surface of vegetation and ovules of water lilies. It also consumes snails, worms, small crabs, fish, mollusks, and seeds. The jacana competes with birds of a similar diet like the sora.

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