About the African Jacana
The African Jacana (Actophilornis africanus) is a species of bird in the Jacanas family (Jacanidae), within the order Charadriiformes. This family contains 8 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code afrjac1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Charadriiformes |
| Family | Jacanas (Jacanidae) |
| Species | Actophilornis africanus |
| Species Codes | afrjac1, AFJA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the African Jacana belong to?
The African Jacana (Actophilornis africanus) belongs to the Jacanas family (Jacanidae), in the order Charadriiformes.
How can I identify the African Jacana?
The African Jacana is a member of the Jacanas family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a African Jacana sighting?
You can log sightings of African Jacana on eBird (ebird.org) using species code afrjac1, or on iNaturalist.