About the Common Pauraque
The pauraque – also called the common pauraque to distinguish it from similar species – is a nightjar species, one of two birds in the genus Nyctidromus. It breeds in the subtropical and tropical regions of the New World, and except for northernmost birds it is largely resident all year round.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes |
| Family | Nightjars and Allies (Caprimulgidae) |
| Species | Nyctidromus albicollis |
| Species Codes | compau, COPA, PAUR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Common Pauraque belong to?
The Common Pauraque (Nyctidromus albicollis) belongs to the Nightjars and Allies family (Caprimulgidae), in the order Caprimulgiformes.
How can I identify the Common Pauraque?
The pauraque – also called the common pauraque to distinguish it from similar species – is a nightjar species, one of two birds in the genus Nyctidromus. It breeds in the subtropical and tropical regions of the New World, and except for northernmost birds it is largely resident all year round....
Where can I report a Common Pauraque sighting?
You can log sightings of Common Pauraque on eBird (ebird.org) using species code compau, or on iNaturalist.
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