About the Timor Nightjar
The Timor nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is found in Southeast Asia on the islands of Timor, Rote and Wetar in the Lesser Sunda Islands.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes |
| Family | Nightjars and Allies (Caprimulgidae) |
| Species | Caprimulgus ritae |
| Species Codes | timnig1, TINI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Timor Nightjar belong to?
The Timor Nightjar (Caprimulgus ritae) belongs to the Nightjars and Allies family (Caprimulgidae), in the order Caprimulgiformes.
How can I identify the Timor Nightjar?
The Timor nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is found in Southeast Asia on the islands of Timor, Rote and Wetar in the Lesser Sunda Islands....
Where can I report a Timor Nightjar sighting?
You can log sightings of Timor Nightjar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code timnig1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Caprimulgiformes
Order
98
Species in Family
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