About the Square-tailed Nightjar
The square-tailed nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae which is native to tropical and subtropical woodlands of the Afrotropics. It has an extensive range south of the African equator. Despite not having a completely "square tail", its naming highlights a distinguishing field mark. The similarly plumaged slender-tailed nightjar, found in dry bush country of the tropics, differs namely by its protruding central tail feathers. It is alternatively known as the Gabon nightjar or Gaboon nightjar or the Mozambique nightjar.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes |
| Family | Nightjars and Allies (Caprimulgidae) |
| Species | Caprimulgus fossii |
| Species Codes | sqtnig1, GANI, MONI, STNI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Square-tailed Nightjar belong to?
The Square-tailed Nightjar (Caprimulgus fossii) belongs to the Nightjars and Allies family (Caprimulgidae), in the order Caprimulgiformes.
How can I identify the Square-tailed Nightjar?
The square-tailed nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae which is native to tropical and subtropical woodlands of the Afrotropics. It has an extensive range south of the African equator. Despite not having a completely \"square tail\", its naming highlights a distinguishing fiel...
Where can I report a Square-tailed Nightjar sighting?
You can log sightings of Square-tailed Nightjar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sqtnig1, or on iNaturalist.
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