About the Collared Nightjar
The collared nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is endemic to Madagascar.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes |
| Family | Nightjars and Allies (Caprimulgidae) |
| Species | Gactornis enarratus |
| Species Codes | colnig1, CONI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Collared Nightjar belong to?
The Collared Nightjar (Gactornis enarratus) belongs to the Nightjars and Allies family (Caprimulgidae), in the order Caprimulgiformes.
How can I identify the Collared Nightjar?
The collared nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is endemic to Madagascar....
Where can I report a Collared Nightjar sighting?
You can log sightings of Collared Nightjar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code colnig1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Nightjars and Allies 98 species
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Quick Stats
Caprimulgiformes
Order
98
Species in Family
487
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