Bronze-winged Jacana

Ceuthmochares aereus

The Bronze-winged Jacana is a striking wader with a unique appearance. It is characterized by its long legs and toes, which enable it to walk on floating vegetation in shallow wetlands. This species is known for its polyandrous mating system, where females mate with multiple males and leave them to care for the eggs and chicks. The Bronze-winged Jacana is primarily insectivorous, foraging for invertebrates and small aquatic creatures in its wetland habitat. This species is highly territorial and vocal, often emitting loud calls to defend its territory. It is a fascinating bird to observe in its natural wetland environment.

Habitat: Shallow wetlands and marshes