Rufous-bellied Nighthawk

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

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Chordata (cordados)

Class

Aves (ave)

Order

Caprimulgiformes (Caprimulgiformes)

Family

Caprimulgidae

Genus

Lurocalis

Species

Lurocalis rufiventris (Rufous-bellied Nighthawk)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese チャバラヨタカ

Chinese 棕腹夜鹰

Spanish Añapero Ventrirrufo

French Engoulevent à ventre roux

German Andennachtschwalbe

Russian Рыжеклювый козодой

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Rufous-bellied Nighthawk?

The scientific name of Rufous-bellied Nighthawk is Lurocalis rufiventris. It belongs to the genus Lurocalis.

What is the conservation status of Rufous-bellied Nighthawk?

Rufous-bellied Nighthawk (Lurocalis rufiventris) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Rufous-bellied Nighthawk live?

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

What family does Rufous-bellied Nighthawk belong to?

Rufous-bellied Nighthawk (Lurocalis rufiventris) belongs to the genus Lurocalis, which is part of the taxonomic family Caprimulgidae.

Is Rufous-bellied Nighthawk endangered?

No, Rufous-bellied Nighthawk (Lurocalis rufiventris) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Rufous-bellied Nighthawk belong to?

Rufous-bellied Nighthawk (Lurocalis rufiventris) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Rufous-bellied Nighthawk?

The closest relatives of Rufous-bellied Nighthawk in the genus Lurocalis include tuju.