About the Cuban Nightjar
The Cuban nightjar, sometimes also Greater Antillean nightjar, is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is endemic to Cuba.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes |
| Family | Nightjars and Allies (Caprimulgidae) |
| Species | Antrostomus cubanensis |
| Species Codes | granig2, CUNI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Cuban Nightjar belong to?
The Cuban Nightjar (Antrostomus cubanensis) belongs to the Nightjars and Allies family (Caprimulgidae), in the order Caprimulgiformes.
How can I identify the Cuban Nightjar?
The Cuban nightjar, sometimes also Greater Antillean nightjar, is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is endemic to Cuba....
Where can I report a Cuban Nightjar sighting?
You can log sightings of Cuban Nightjar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code granig2, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Caprimulgiformes
Order
98
Species in Family
32
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