About the White-winged Nightjar
The white-winged nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is found in Bolivia, Brazil and Paraguay.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes |
| Family | Nightjars and Allies (Caprimulgidae) |
| Species | Eleothreptus candicans |
| Species Codes | whwnig1, WWNI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-winged Nightjar belong to?
The White-winged Nightjar (Eleothreptus candicans) belongs to the Nightjars and Allies family (Caprimulgidae), in the order Caprimulgiformes.
How can I identify the White-winged Nightjar?
The white-winged nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is found in Bolivia, Brazil and Paraguay....
Where can I report a White-winged Nightjar sighting?
You can log sightings of White-winged Nightjar on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whwnig1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Caprimulgiformes
Order
98
Species in Family
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