Bronze-winged Jacana
NameBronze-winged Jacana
Common NameBronze-winged Jacana
Scientific NameMetopidius indicus
FamilyJacanidae
Wingspan (cm)52
Length (cm)29
Weight (g)130
Plumage DetailsAdults have a glossy black head, neck, and underparts, with a distinctive white stripe (supercilium) above the eye. The back and upperwing coverts are a rich bronze-brown, contrasting with dark flight feathers. A red frontal shield is present on the forehead.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of harsh, grating 'kreek-kreek-kreek' calls, often given in alarm or during territorial disputes.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatswetland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, from India and Sri Lanka eastward through Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
Identifying Featureswhite supercilium, red frontal shield, bronze-green wings, long trailing legs and toes, black body plumage
Description
This striking wetland bird is characterized by its dark body, bronze-green wings, and a prominent white supercilium. It is known for its exceptionally long toes and claws, which allow it to walk across floating vegetation on ponds and lakes.
