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Spixnachtschwalbe

Nyctipolus hirundinaceus

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Norway.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Japanese コビトヨタカ
Chinese 侏夜鷹
Spanish Chotacabras pigmeo
French Engoulevent pygmée
German Spixnachtschwalbe
Portuguese bacurauzinho-da-caatinga
Russian Крошечный козодой

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Native Range — 1 Countries

Genus Nyctipolus — 2 Species

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Spixnachtschwalbe
Nyctipolus hirundinaceus
LC
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Trauernachtschwalbe
Nyctipolus nigrescens
LC

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