Egyptian Nightjar
Caprimulgus aegyptius
Nightjars and Allies (Caprimulgidae) · Caprimulgiformes (Caprimulgiformes)
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| Species | Mix-ups |
|---|---|
| Eurasian Nightjar Caprimulgus europaeus | 5 |
| Common Nighthawk Chordeiles minor | 3 |
| Nubian Nightjar Caprimulgus nubicus | 2 |
| Red-necked Nightjar Caprimulgus ruficollis | 1 |
| Sykes's Nightjar Caprimulgus mahrattensis | 1 |
Family
Nightjars are medium-sized nocturnal or crepuscular birds in the family Caprimulgidae and order Caprimulgiformes, characterised by long wings, short legs, and very short bills. Some New World species are called nighthawks. The English word nightjar originally referred to the European nightjar.
Order
Nightjars are medium-sized nocturnal or crepuscular birds in the family Caprimulgidae and order Caprimulgiformes, characterised by long wings, short legs, and very short bills. Some New World species are called nighthawks. The English word nightjar originally referred to the European nightjar.