About the Sand-colored Nighthawk
The Sand-colored Nighthawk (Chordeiles rupestris) 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 sacnig1 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 | Chordeiles rupestris |
| Species Codes | sacnig1, SCNI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sand-colored Nighthawk belong to?
The Sand-colored Nighthawk (Chordeiles rupestris) belongs to the Nightjars and Allies family (Caprimulgidae), in the order Caprimulgiformes.
How can I identify the Sand-colored Nighthawk?
The Sand-colored Nighthawk 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 Sand-colored Nighthawk sighting?
You can log sightings of Sand-colored Nighthawk on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sacnig1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Nightjars and Allies 98 species
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