About the Little Nightjar
The little nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes |
| Family | Nightjars and Allies (Caprimulgidae) |
| Species | Setopagis parvula |
| Species Codes | litnig1, LINI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Little Nightjar belong to?
The Little Nightjar (Setopagis parvula) belongs to the Nightjars and Allies family (Caprimulgidae), in the order Caprimulgiformes.
How can I identify the Little Nightjar?
The little nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, Peru, and Uruguay....
Where can I report a Little Nightjar sighting?
You can log sightings of Little Nightjar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code litnig1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Nightjars and Allies 98 species
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Quick Stats
Caprimulgiformes
Order
98
Species in Family
639
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