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Star-spotted Nightjar

Caprimulgus stellatus

Least Concern

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Norway.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (동물)
Phylum
Chordata (척삭동물)
Class
Aves (새)
Order
Caprimulgiformes (쏙독새목)
Family
Caprimulgidae
Genus
Caprimulgus
Species
Caprimulgus stellatus (Star-spotted Nightjar)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ホシヨタカ
Chinese 星斑夜鹰
Spanish Chotacabras estrellado
French Engoulevent étoilé
German Sternnachtschwalbe
Russian Звездчатый козодой

Similar Species in Caprimulgus

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Andaman Nightjar
Caprimulgus andamanicus
Least Concern
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Bates's Nightjar
Caprimulgus batesi
Least Concern
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Black-shouldered Nightjar
Caprimulgus nigriscapularis
Not Evaluated
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Bonaparte's Nightjar
Caprimulgus concretus
Vulnerable
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Eurasian Nightjar
Caprimulgus europaeus
Near Threatened
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Jungle Nightjar
Caprimulgus indicus
Least Concern
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Freckled Nightjar
Caprimulgus tristigma
Least Concern
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Abyssinian Nightjar
Caprimulgus poliocephalus
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Star-spotted Nightjar?
The scientific name of Star-spotted Nightjar is Caprimulgus stellatus. It belongs to the genus Caprimulgus.
What is the conservation status of Star-spotted Nightjar?
Star-spotted Nightjar (Caprimulgus stellatus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Star-spotted Nightjar live?
Star-spotted Nightjar is found in Found in Norway.. Countries include Norway.
What family does Star-spotted Nightjar belong to?
Star-spotted Nightjar (Caprimulgus stellatus) belongs to the genus Caprimulgus, which is part of the taxonomic family Caprimulgidae.
Is Star-spotted Nightjar endangered?
No, Star-spotted Nightjar (Caprimulgus stellatus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Star-spotted Nightjar belong to?
Star-spotted Nightjar (Caprimulgus stellatus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (동물).
What are the closest relatives of Star-spotted Nightjar?
The closest relatives of Star-spotted Nightjar in the genus Caprimulgus include Abyssinian Nightjar, Andaman Nightjar, Bates's Nightjar, Black-shouldered Nightjar, Bonaparte's Nightjar.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Caprimulgus — 20 Species

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Abyssinian Nightjar
Caprimulgus poliocephalus
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Andaman Nightjar
Caprimulgus andamanicus
LC 🐾
Bates's Nightjar
Caprimulgus batesi
LC 🐾
Black-shouldered Nightjar
Caprimulgus nigriscapularis
NE 🐾
Bonaparte's Nightjar
Caprimulgus concretus
VU 🐾
Eurasian Nightjar
Caprimulgus europaeus
NT 🐾
Jungle Nightjar
Caprimulgus indicus
LC 🐾
Freckled Nightjar
Caprimulgus tristigma
LC 🐾
Golden Nightjar
Caprimulgus eximius
LC 🐾
Gray Nightjar
Caprimulgus jotaka
LC 🐾
Indian Nightjar
Caprimulgus asiaticus
LC 🐾
Itombwe Nightjar
Caprimulgus prigoginei
EN 🐾
Large-tailed Nightjar
Caprimulgus macrurus
LC 🐾
Jerdon's Nightjar
Caprimulgus atripennis
LC 🐾
Long-tailed Nightjar
Caprimulgus climacurus
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Mees's Nightjar
Caprimulgus meesi
LC 🐾
Nechisar Nightjar
Caprimulgus solala
VU 🐾
Nubian Nightjar
Caprimulgus nubicus
LC 🐾
Palau Nightjar
Caprimulgus phalaena
NT 🐾
Pennant-winged Nightjar
Caprimulgus vexillarius
LC
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