About the Scissor-tailed Nightjar
The scissor-tailed nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is distributed over much of eastern South America.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes |
| Family | Nightjars and Allies (Caprimulgidae) |
| Species | Hydropsalis torquata |
| Species Codes | sctnig2, STNI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Scissor-tailed Nightjar belong to?
The Scissor-tailed Nightjar (Hydropsalis torquata) belongs to the Nightjars and Allies family (Caprimulgidae), in the order Caprimulgiformes.
How can I identify the Scissor-tailed Nightjar?
The scissor-tailed nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is distributed over much of eastern South America....
Where can I report a Scissor-tailed Nightjar sighting?
You can log sightings of Scissor-tailed Nightjar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sctnig2, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Caprimulgiformes
Order
98
Species in Family
1,340
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