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Riesennachtschwalbe

Lyncornis macrotis

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Found in Norway.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

Japanese オオミミヨタカ
Chinese 毛腿夜鷹
Spanish Chotacabras orejudo
French Engoulevent oreillard
German Riesennachtschwalbe
Russian Большой южноазиатский козодой
Thai นกตบยุงยักษ์

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Riesennachtschwalbe?
The scientific name of Riesennachtschwalbe is Lyncornis macrotis. It belongs to the genus Lyncornis.
What is the conservation status of Riesennachtschwalbe?
Riesennachtschwalbe (Lyncornis macrotis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Riesennachtschwalbe live?
Riesennachtschwalbe is found in Found in Norway.. Countries include Norway.
What family does Riesennachtschwalbe belong to?
Riesennachtschwalbe (Lyncornis macrotis) belongs to the genus Lyncornis, which is part of the taxonomic family Caprimulgidae.
Is Riesennachtschwalbe endangered?
No, Riesennachtschwalbe (Lyncornis macrotis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Riesennachtschwalbe belong to?
Riesennachtschwalbe (Lyncornis macrotis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).
What are the closest relatives of Riesennachtschwalbe?
The closest relatives of Riesennachtschwalbe in the genus Lyncornis include Temmincknachtschwalbe.

Native Range — 1 Countries

Genus Lyncornis — 2 Species

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Riesennachtschwalbe
Lyncornis macrotis
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Temmincknachtschwalbe
Lyncornis temminckii
LC

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