About the Puerto Rican Nightjar
The Puerto Rican Nightjar (Antrostomus noctitherus) is a species of bird in the Nightjars and Allies family (Caprimulgidae), within the order Caprimulgiformes. This family contains 98 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code purnig1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes |
| Family | Nightjars and Allies (Caprimulgidae) |
| Species | Antrostomus noctitherus |
| Species Codes | purnig1, PRNI |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Puerto Rican Nightjar belong to?
The Puerto Rican Nightjar (Antrostomus noctitherus) belongs to the Nightjars and Allies family (Caprimulgidae), in the order Caprimulgiformes.
What is the conservation status of the Puerto Rican Nightjar?
The Puerto Rican Nightjar is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service.
How can I identify the Puerto Rican Nightjar?
The Puerto Rican Nightjar is a member of the Nightjars and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Puerto Rican Nightjar sighting?
You can log sightings of Puerto Rican Nightjar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code purnig1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Nightjars and Allies 98 species
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