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Common Pauraque

Nyctidromus albicollis

Least Concern

About

Common Pauraque (Nyctidromus albicollis) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇪🇨 Ecuador 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Caprimulgiformes (Caprimulgiformes)

Species

Nyctidromus albicollis (Common Pauraque)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese オオヨタカ

Chinese 帕拉夜鷹

Spanish Chotacabras pauraque

French Engoulevent pauraqué

German Pauraquenachtschwalbe

Portuguese bacurau

Russian Козодой-пораке

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Common Pauraque?

The scientific name of Common Pauraque is Nyctidromus albicollis. It belongs to the genus Nyctidromus.

What is the conservation status of Common Pauraque?

Common Pauraque (Nyctidromus albicollis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Common Pauraque live?

Common Pauraque is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, Venezuela.

What family does Common Pauraque belong to?

Common Pauraque (Nyctidromus albicollis) belongs to the genus Nyctidromus, which is part of the taxonomic family Caprimulgidae.

Is Common Pauraque endangered?

No, Common Pauraque (Nyctidromus albicollis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Common Pauraque belong to?

Common Pauraque (Nyctidromus albicollis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (प्राणी).

What are the closest relatives of Common Pauraque?

The closest relatives of Common Pauraque in the genus Nyctidromus include Scrub Nightjar.