Family

Caprimulgidae

99 species in this taxon

Caprimulgidae (Caprimulgidae) is a family of organisms sharing recent common ancestry and similar characteristics. It contains 20 genuss with 99 known species. Key genus groups include Antrostomus, Caprimulgus, Chordeiles, Eleothreptus, Eurostopodus, and Gactornis. Among its members, 10 species are currently classified as threatened (Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable). It belongs to Caprimulgiformes (Caprimulgiformes).

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