About the Sickle-winged Nightjar
The sickle-winged nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is found in Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and possibly Uruguay.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes |
| Family | Nightjars and Allies (Caprimulgidae) |
| Species | Eleothreptus anomalus |
| Species Codes | siwnig1, SWNI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Sickle-winged Nightjar belong to?
The Sickle-winged Nightjar (Eleothreptus anomalus) belongs to the Nightjars and Allies family (Caprimulgidae), in the order Caprimulgiformes.
How can I identify the Sickle-winged Nightjar?
The sickle-winged nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is found in Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and possibly Uruguay....
Where can I report a Sickle-winged Nightjar sighting?
You can log sightings of Sickle-winged Nightjar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code siwnig1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Caprimulgiformes
Order
98
Species in Family
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