About the Lyre-tailed Nightjar
The lyre-tailed nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes |
| Family | Nightjars and Allies (Caprimulgidae) |
| Species | Uropsalis lyra |
| Species Codes | lytnig1, LTNI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Lyre-tailed Nightjar belong to?
The Lyre-tailed Nightjar (Uropsalis lyra) belongs to the Nightjars and Allies family (Caprimulgidae), in the order Caprimulgiformes.
How can I identify the Lyre-tailed Nightjar?
The lyre-tailed nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela....
Where can I report a Lyre-tailed Nightjar sighting?
You can log sightings of Lyre-tailed Nightjar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lytnig1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Caprimulgiformes
Order
98
Species in Family
382
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