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Engoulevent d'Abyssinie

Caprimulgus poliocephalus

Least Concern

About

The Abyssinian Nightjar (Caprimulgus poliocephalus) is a species in the genus Caprimulgus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. It is found across Norway, inhabiting various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Norway.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Caprimulgiformes (Caprimulgiformes)

Species

Caprimulgus poliocephalus (Engoulevent d'Abyssinie)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese アビシニアヨタカ

Chinese 灰头夜鹰

Spanish Chotacabras montano

French Engoulevent d'Abyssinie

German Höhennachtschwalbe

Portuguese noitibó-montes

Russian Абиссинский козодой

Similar Species in Caprimulgus

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Engoulevent à balanciers

Caprimulgus longipennis

Least Concern

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Engoulevent à collier roux

Caprimulgus ruficollis

Not Evaluated

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Engoulevent à épaulettes noires

Caprimulgus nigriscapularis

Engoulevent à joues rousses

Caprimulgus rufigena

Least Concern

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Engoulevent à longue queue

Caprimulgus climacurus

Engoulevent de Bonaparte

Caprimulgus concretus

Vulnerable

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Engoulevent d'Abyssinie?

The scientific name of Engoulevent d'Abyssinie is Caprimulgus poliocephalus. It belongs to the genus Caprimulgus.

What is the conservation status of Engoulevent d'Abyssinie?

Engoulevent d'Abyssinie (Caprimulgus poliocephalus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Engoulevent d'Abyssinie live?

Engoulevent d'Abyssinie is found in Found in Norway.. Countries include Norway.

What family does Engoulevent d'Abyssinie belong to?

Engoulevent d'Abyssinie (Caprimulgus poliocephalus) belongs to the genus Caprimulgus, which is part of the taxonomic family Caprimulgidae.

Is Engoulevent d'Abyssinie endangered?

No, Engoulevent d'Abyssinie (Caprimulgus poliocephalus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Engoulevent d'Abyssinie belong to?

Engoulevent d'Abyssinie (Caprimulgus poliocephalus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Engoulevent d'Abyssinie?

The closest relatives of Engoulevent d'Abyssinie in the genus Caprimulgus include Engoulevent à balanciers, Engoulevent à collier roux, Engoulevent à épaulettes noires, Engoulevent affin, Engoulevent à joues rousses.