Nubian Nightjar
Caprimulgus nubicus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="caprimulgus-nubicus"></birdfyi-bird>The Nubian Nightjar (Caprimulgus nubicus) is a bird species in the family Caprimulgidae (nightjars), within the order Caprimulgiformes (nightjars & swifts). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 29.6 cm and a weight of 54.8 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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À propos
A small nightjar (20-22 cm) restricted to arid scrublands of the Horn of Africa and Arabian Peninsula. Pale sandy-brown plumage with fine dark markings. Nocturnal insectivore, hawking insects low over the ground. Classified as Near Threatened due to limited range.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 29,6 cm | 11.7 in |
| Poids | 54,8 g | 1.93 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Richly patterned rufous-buff and dark brown upperparts; prominent tawny-orange nuchal collar; white throat patch; males have white spots on primary tips; overall warmer tones than most African nightjars.
Habitat & Range
Répartition géographique
Found in a disjunct range across the Middle East and northeastern Africa including Israel, Egypt, Sudan, and Somalia. Resident in rocky desert.
Diet & Feeding
Feeds on flying insects at night, mainly moths and beetles, by coursing low over open savanna and shrubland.
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: NO.
Taille de la couvée
1-2
Son
Chant
Rapid, churring trill; nasal 'churr-churr' at medium pace; calls from arid African scrub and rocky desert at night; alarm a sharp 'chek'; calls mostly near water
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Famille | Caprimulgidae (Nightjars) |
| Genus | Caprimulgus |
| Espèces | Caprimulgus nubicus |
Distribution
Nubian Nightjar has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Caprimulgidae family