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Band-tailed Nighthawk

Nyctiprogne leucopyga

Least Concern

About

The Band-tailed Nighthawk (Nyctiprogne leucopyga) is a species in the genus Nyctiprogne. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

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

Nyctiprogne leucopyga (Band-tailed Nighthawk)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese オビオヨタカ

Chinese 斑尾夜鷹

Spanish Añapero Colibandeado

French Engoulevent leucopyge

German Bindenschwanz-Nachtschwalbe

Portuguese bacurau-de-cauda-barrada

Russian Ленточный козодой

Similar Species in Nyctiprogne

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Bahian Nighthawk

Nyctiprogne vielliardi

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Band-tailed Nighthawk?

The scientific name of Band-tailed Nighthawk is Nyctiprogne leucopyga. It belongs to the genus Nyctiprogne.

What is the conservation status of Band-tailed Nighthawk?

Band-tailed Nighthawk (Nyctiprogne leucopyga) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Band-tailed Nighthawk live?

Band-tailed Nighthawk is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, Venezuela.

What family does Band-tailed Nighthawk belong to?

Band-tailed Nighthawk (Nyctiprogne leucopyga) belongs to the genus Nyctiprogne, which is part of the taxonomic family Caprimulgidae.

Is Band-tailed Nighthawk endangered?

No, Band-tailed Nighthawk (Nyctiprogne leucopyga) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Band-tailed Nighthawk belong to?

Band-tailed Nighthawk (Nyctiprogne leucopyga) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hewan).

What are the closest relatives of Band-tailed Nighthawk?

The closest relatives of Band-tailed Nighthawk in the genus Nyctiprogne include Bahian Nighthawk.