About the Jamaican Pauraque
The Jamaican Pauraque (Siphonorhis americana) 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 jampau 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 | Siphonorhis americana |
| Species Codes | jampau, JAPA, JAPO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Jamaican Pauraque belong to?
The Jamaican Pauraque (Siphonorhis americana) belongs to the Nightjars and Allies family (Caprimulgidae), in the order Caprimulgiformes.
How can I identify the Jamaican Pauraque?
The Jamaican Pauraque 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 Jamaican Pauraque sighting?
You can log sightings of Jamaican Pauraque on eBird (ebird.org) using species code jampau, or on iNaturalist.