About the Yucatan Nightjar
The Yucatan nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is found in Belize, Guatemala, Mexico, and Honduras.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes |
| Family | Nightjars and Allies (Caprimulgidae) |
| Species | Antrostomus badius |
| Species Codes | yucnig1, YUNI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yucatan Nightjar belong to?
The Yucatan Nightjar (Antrostomus badius) belongs to the Nightjars and Allies family (Caprimulgidae), in the order Caprimulgiformes.
How can I identify the Yucatan Nightjar?
The Yucatan nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is found in Belize, Guatemala, Mexico, and Honduras....
Where can I report a Yucatan Nightjar sighting?
You can log sightings of Yucatan Nightjar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yucnig1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Caprimulgiformes
Order
98
Species in Family
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