About the Chirruping Nightjar
The chirruping nightjar or kayumanggi nightjar is a species of nightjar found in the Philippines. This species was formerly conspecific with the Savanna nightjar but was designated as its own distinct species due to its difference in calls.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes |
| Family | Nightjars and Allies (Caprimulgidae) |
| Species | Caprimulgus griseatus |
| Species Codes | kaynig1, CHNI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chirruping Nightjar belong to?
The Chirruping Nightjar (Caprimulgus griseatus) belongs to the Nightjars and Allies family (Caprimulgidae), in the order Caprimulgiformes.
How can I identify the Chirruping Nightjar?
The chirruping nightjar or kayumanggi nightjar is a species of nightjar found in the Philippines. This species was formerly conspecific with the Savanna nightjar but was designated as its own distinct species due to its difference in calls....
Where can I report a Chirruping Nightjar sighting?
You can log sightings of Chirruping Nightjar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code kaynig1, or on iNaturalist.
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