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Weißflügel-Nachtschwalbe

Eleothreptus candicans

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (Tier)
Phylum
Chordata (Chordatiere)
Class
Aves (Vögel)
Order
Caprimulgiformes (Schwalmartige)
Family
Caprimulgidae
Genus
Eleothreptus
Species
Eleothreptus candicans (Weißflügel-Nachtschwalbe)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ハジロヨタカ
Chinese 白翅夜鷹
Spanish Chotacabras aliblanco
French Engoulevent à ailes blanches
German Weißflügel-Nachtschwalbe
Portuguese bacurau-de-rabo-branco
Russian Белокрылый козодой

Similar Species in Eleothreptus

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Sichelschwingen-Nachtschwalbe
Eleothreptus anomalus
Vulnerable
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Weißflügel-Nachtschwalbe?
The scientific name of Weißflügel-Nachtschwalbe is Eleothreptus candicans. It belongs to the genus Eleothreptus.
What is the conservation status of Weißflügel-Nachtschwalbe?
Weißflügel-Nachtschwalbe (Eleothreptus candicans) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Weißflügel-Nachtschwalbe live?
Weißflügel-Nachtschwalbe is found in Found in Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway.
What family does Weißflügel-Nachtschwalbe belong to?
Weißflügel-Nachtschwalbe (Eleothreptus candicans) belongs to the genus Eleothreptus, which is part of the taxonomic family Caprimulgidae.
Is Weißflügel-Nachtschwalbe endangered?
Yes, Weißflügel-Nachtschwalbe (Eleothreptus candicans) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Weißflügel-Nachtschwalbe belong to?
Weißflügel-Nachtschwalbe (Eleothreptus candicans) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).
What are the closest relatives of Weißflügel-Nachtschwalbe?
The closest relatives of Weißflügel-Nachtschwalbe in the genus Eleothreptus include Sichelschwingen-Nachtschwalbe.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Eleothreptus — 2 Species

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Sichelschwingen-Nachtschwalbe
Eleothreptus anomalus
VU
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Weißflügel-Nachtschwalbe
Eleothreptus candicans
VU
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