About the Star-spotted Nightjar
The star-spotted nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is found in central Ethiopia, northern and northwestern Kenya and southern South Sudan.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes |
| Family | Nightjars and Allies (Caprimulgidae) |
| Species | Caprimulgus stellatus |
| Species Codes | stsnig1, SSNI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Star-spotted Nightjar belong to?
The Star-spotted Nightjar (Caprimulgus stellatus) belongs to the Nightjars and Allies family (Caprimulgidae), in the order Caprimulgiformes.
How can I identify the Star-spotted Nightjar?
The star-spotted nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is found in central Ethiopia, northern and northwestern Kenya and southern South Sudan....
Where can I report a Star-spotted Nightjar sighting?
You can log sightings of Star-spotted Nightjar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code stsnig1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Caprimulgiformes
Order
98
Species in Family
10
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