About the Blackish Nightjar
The blackish nightjar is a species of bird in the family Caprimulgidae. It is found in Brazil, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, Suriname, and Venezuela.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes |
| Family | Nightjars and Allies (Caprimulgidae) |
| Species | Nyctipolus nigrescens |
| Species Codes | blanig1, BLNI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blackish Nightjar belong to?
The Blackish Nightjar (Nyctipolus nigrescens) belongs to the Nightjars and Allies family (Caprimulgidae), in the order Caprimulgiformes.
How can I identify the Blackish Nightjar?
The blackish nightjar is a species of bird in the family Caprimulgidae. It is found in Brazil, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, Suriname, and Venezuela....
Where can I report a Blackish Nightjar sighting?
You can log sightings of Blackish Nightjar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blanig1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Caprimulgiformes
Order
98
Species in Family
411
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