About the Eared Poorwill
The eared poorwill is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is endemic to Mexico.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes |
| Family | Nightjars and Allies (Caprimulgidae) |
| Species | Nyctiphrynus mcleodii |
| Species Codes | earpoo1, EAPO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Eared Poorwill belong to?
The Eared Poorwill (Nyctiphrynus mcleodii) belongs to the Nightjars and Allies family (Caprimulgidae), in the order Caprimulgiformes.
How can I identify the Eared Poorwill?
The eared poorwill is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is endemic to Mexico....
Where can I report a Eared Poorwill sighting?
You can log sightings of Eared Poorwill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code earpoo1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Caprimulgiformes
Order
98
Species in Family
30
iNat Observations
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