About the Roraiman Nightjar
The Roraiman Nightjar (Tepuiornis whitelyi) 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 rornig1 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 | Tepuiornis whitelyi |
| Species Codes | rornig1, RONI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Roraiman Nightjar belong to?
The Roraiman Nightjar (Tepuiornis whitelyi) belongs to the Nightjars and Allies family (Caprimulgidae), in the order Caprimulgiformes.
How can I identify the Roraiman Nightjar?
The Roraiman 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 Roraiman Nightjar sighting?
You can log sightings of Roraiman Nightjar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rornig1, or on iNaturalist.