About the Hispaniolan Nightjar
The Hispaniolan Nightjar (Antrostomus ekmani) is a species of bird in the Nightjars and Allies family (Caprimulgidae), within the order Caprimulgiformes. This family contains 98 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code granig3 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes |
| Family | Nightjars and Allies (Caprimulgidae) |
| Species | Antrostomus ekmani |
| Species Codes | granig3, HINI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Hispaniolan Nightjar belong to?
The Hispaniolan Nightjar (Antrostomus ekmani) belongs to the Nightjars and Allies family (Caprimulgidae), in the order Caprimulgiformes.
How can I identify the Hispaniolan Nightjar?
The Hispaniolan Nightjar is a member of the Nightjars and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Hispaniolan Nightjar sighting?
You can log sightings of Hispaniolan Nightjar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code granig3, or on iNaturalist.