About the White-tailed Nightjar
The white-tailed nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is found in the tropic regions of Central and South America.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes |
| Family | Nightjars and Allies (Caprimulgidae) |
| Species | Hydropsalis cayennensis |
| Species Codes | whtnig1, WTNI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-tailed Nightjar belong to?
The White-tailed Nightjar (Hydropsalis cayennensis) belongs to the Nightjars and Allies family (Caprimulgidae), in the order Caprimulgiformes.
How can I identify the White-tailed Nightjar?
The white-tailed nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is found in the tropic regions of Central and South America....
Where can I report a White-tailed Nightjar sighting?
You can log sightings of White-tailed Nightjar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whtnig1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Nightjars and Allies 98 species
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Quick Stats
Caprimulgiformes
Order
98
Species in Family
194
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