About the Yucatan Poorwill
The Yucatan poorwill is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is found in the Yucatán Peninsula of Belize, Guatemala, and Mexico.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes |
| Family | Nightjars and Allies (Caprimulgidae) |
| Species | Nyctiphrynus yucatanicus |
| Species Codes | yucpoo1, YUPO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yucatan Poorwill belong to?
The Yucatan Poorwill (Nyctiphrynus yucatanicus) belongs to the Nightjars and Allies family (Caprimulgidae), in the order Caprimulgiformes.
How can I identify the Yucatan Poorwill?
The Yucatan poorwill is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is found in the Yucatán Peninsula of Belize, Guatemala, and Mexico....
Where can I report a Yucatan Poorwill sighting?
You can log sightings of Yucatan Poorwill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yucpoo1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Caprimulgiformes
Order
98
Species in Family
34
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