About the Mees's Nightjar
Mees's nightjar is a member of the nightjar family (Caprimulgidae) described as new to science in 2004.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes |
| Family | Nightjars and Allies (Caprimulgidae) |
| Species | Caprimulgus meesi |
| Species Codes | meenig1, MENI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mees's Nightjar belong to?
The Mees's Nightjar (Caprimulgus meesi) belongs to the Nightjars and Allies family (Caprimulgidae), in the order Caprimulgiformes.
How can I identify the Mees's Nightjar?
Mees's nightjar is a member of the nightjar family (Caprimulgidae) described as new to science in 2004....
Where can I report a Mees's Nightjar sighting?
You can log sightings of Mees's Nightjar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code meenig1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Nightjars and Allies 98 species
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Quick Stats
Caprimulgiformes
Order
98
Species in Family
3
iNat Observations
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