Conservation Status: Endangered; Southern African Range: Northern Namibia, northern Botswana, northern and south-east South Africa, Zimbabwe; Area of Occupancy: 2,300 km2; Population Estimate: Fewer than 100 birds; Population Trend: Slow decline; Habitat: Slow-moving rivers, backwaters with overhanging trees; Threats: Wetland degradation through wood and reed cutting, fires, disturbance.