About the Golden Nightjar
The golden nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is found in Sahel region in northern Sub-Saharan Africa.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes |
| Family | Nightjars and Allies (Caprimulgidae) |
| Species | Caprimulgus eximius |
| Species Codes | golnig1, GONI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Golden Nightjar belong to?
The Golden Nightjar (Caprimulgus eximius) belongs to the Nightjars and Allies family (Caprimulgidae), in the order Caprimulgiformes.
How can I identify the Golden Nightjar?
The golden nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is found in Sahel region in northern Sub-Saharan Africa....
Where can I report a Golden Nightjar sighting?
You can log sightings of Golden Nightjar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code golnig1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Nightjars and Allies 98 species
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Quick Stats
Caprimulgiformes
Order
98
Species in Family
18
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