About the Rufous-bellied Nighthawk
The rufous-bellied nighthawk, sometimes also Taczanowski's nighthawk, is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is found in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes |
| Family | Nightjars and Allies (Caprimulgidae) |
| Species | Lurocalis rufiventris |
| Species Codes | rubnig1, RBNI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-bellied Nighthawk belong to?
The Rufous-bellied Nighthawk (Lurocalis rufiventris) belongs to the Nightjars and Allies family (Caprimulgidae), in the order Caprimulgiformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-bellied Nighthawk?
The rufous-bellied nighthawk, sometimes also Taczanowski's nighthawk, is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is found in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela....
Where can I report a Rufous-bellied Nighthawk sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-bellied Nighthawk on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rubnig1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Caprimulgiformes
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