Star-spotted Nightjar
Caprimulgus stellatus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="caprimulgus-stellatus"></birdfyi-bird>The Star-spotted Nightjar (Caprimulgus stellatus) is a bird species in the family Caprimulgidae (nightjars), within the order Caprimulgiformes (nightjars & swifts). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 30.9 cm and a weight of 59.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 30.9 cm | 12.2 in |
| Weight | 59.25 g | 2.09 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Dark brown upperparts densely dotted with small buff-white stellate spots; white throat patch; underparts barred buff and dark brown; the star-like white spotting on wing coverts and back is the key distinguishing feature.
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Sound
Song
Churring trill; hollow 'chuck' notes interspersed with churring; calls from dry East African bush at night; similar to Donaldson Smith's but larger and louder
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Family | Caprimulgidae (Nightjars) |
| Genus | Caprimulgus |
| Species | Caprimulgus stellatus |
Distribution
Star-spotted Nightjar has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Caprimulgidae family