Lesser Jacana

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Lesser Jacana (<em>Microparra capensis</em>) is a species of Jacanas (<em>Jacanidae</em>) in the order Shorebirds, Gulls and Alcids.

Overview

Lesser Jacana (Microparra capensis) is a species of Jacanas (Jacanidae) in the order Shorebirds, Gulls and Alcids.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Microparra; binomial: Microparra capensis; authority: (Smith, A, 1839).

Distribution

Breeding range: Africa.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.

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