Indian Nightjar
Caprimulgus asiaticus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="caprimulgus-asiaticus"></birdfyi-bird>The Indian Nightjar (Caprimulgus asiaticus) is a bird species in the family Caprimulgidae (nightjars), within the order Caprimulgiformes (nightjars & swifts). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 29.5 cm and a weight of 43 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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A small nightjar (21-24 cm) widespread across the Indian subcontinent and parts of Southeast Asia. Sandy-grey plumage with a distinctive white throat patch and wing spots. Inhabits open scrub, farmland, and gardens. Nocturnal insectivore with a distinctive chuck-chuck-chuck call.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 29,5 cm | 11.6 in |
| Poids | 43,0 g | 1.52 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Greyish-brown upperparts with black-centred feathers and buff freckling; white throat patch; pale supercilium; males show white primary spots and outer tail corners; underparts barred buff-brown; widespread South Asian species.
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: NO.
Taille de la couvée
2
Son
Chant
Loud 'chuck-chuck-chuck-r'; rapid hollow knocking notes accelerating into a trill; carries far across South Asian scrub; distinctive rhythm; very persistent at night
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Famille | Caprimulgidae (Nightjars) |
| Genus | Caprimulgus |
| Espèces | Caprimulgus asiaticus |
Distribution
Indian Nightjar has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Caprimulgidae family