About Jacana jacana (Linnaeus, 1766)
Jacana jacana (Linnaeus, 1766) are conspicuous, easily recognizable birds. They measure 17–23 cm (6.7–9.1 in) in total length, with females growing larger than males. Adult individuals have a chestnut-colored back and wing coverts, while the rest of their body is predominantly black. When in flight, their greenish yellow flight feathers are clearly visible. They also have visible yellow bony spurs on the leading edge of their wings, which they use to defend themselves and their young. Their yellow bill extends upward to form a red coot-like head shield and a reddish wattle; their legs and very long toes are dull blue-grey. Juvenile birds initially have entirely white underparts, and can always be identified by the presence of white in their plumage.
