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ツバメヨタカ (Swallow-tailed Nightjar)

Uropsalis segmentata

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Norway.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ツバメヨタカ
Chinese 小燕尾夜鹰
Spanish Chotacabras golondrina
French Engoulevent à queue d'aronde
German Schwalbenschwanz-Nachtschwalbe
Russian Вилохвостый ласточковый козодой

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ツバメヨタカ?
The scientific name of ツバメヨタカ is Uropsalis segmentata. It belongs to the genus Uropsalis.
What is the conservation status of ツバメヨタカ?
ツバメヨタカ (Uropsalis segmentata) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does ツバメヨタカ live?
ツバメヨタカ is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, and Norway.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway.
What family does ツバメヨタカ belong to?
ツバメヨタカ (Uropsalis segmentata) belongs to the genus Uropsalis, which is part of the taxonomic family Caprimulgidae.
Is ツバメヨタカ endangered?
No, ツバメヨタカ (Uropsalis segmentata) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does ツバメヨタカ belong to?
ツバメヨタカ (Uropsalis segmentata) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).
What are the closest relatives of ツバメヨタカ?
The closest relatives of ツバメヨタカ in the genus Uropsalis include タテゴトヨタカ.

Native Range — 3 Countries

Genus Uropsalis — 2 Species

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タテゴトヨタカ
Uropsalis lyra
LC
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ツバメヨタカ
Uropsalis segmentata
LC

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