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Abyssinian Nightjar

Caprimulgus poliocephalus

Least Concern

About

The Abyssinian Nightjar (Caprimulgus poliocephalus) is a species in the genus Caprimulgus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. It is found across Norway, inhabiting various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Norway.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Aves (นก)

Order

Caprimulgiformes (Caprimulgiformes)

Species

Caprimulgus poliocephalus (Abyssinian Nightjar)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese アビシニアヨタカ

Chinese 灰头夜鹰

Spanish Chotacabras montano

French Engoulevent d'Abyssinie

German Höhennachtschwalbe

Portuguese noitibó-montes

Russian Абиссинский козодой

Similar Species in Caprimulgus

Caprimulgus asiaticus

Caprimulgus tristigma

Least Concern

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Black-shouldered Nightjar

Caprimulgus nigriscapularis

Not Evaluated

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Eurasian Nightjar

Caprimulgus europaeus

Near Threatened

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Abyssinian Nightjar?

The scientific name of Abyssinian Nightjar is Caprimulgus poliocephalus. It belongs to the genus Caprimulgus.

What is the conservation status of Abyssinian Nightjar?

Abyssinian Nightjar (Caprimulgus poliocephalus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Abyssinian Nightjar live?

Abyssinian Nightjar is found in Found in Norway.. Countries include Norway.

What family does Abyssinian Nightjar belong to?

Abyssinian Nightjar (Caprimulgus poliocephalus) belongs to the genus Caprimulgus, which is part of the taxonomic family Caprimulgidae.

Is Abyssinian Nightjar endangered?

No, Abyssinian Nightjar (Caprimulgus poliocephalus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Abyssinian Nightjar belong to?

Abyssinian Nightjar (Caprimulgus poliocephalus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Abyssinian Nightjar?

The closest relatives of Abyssinian Nightjar in the genus Caprimulgus include นกตบยุงป่าโคก, นกตบยุงภูเขา, นกตบยุงเล็ก, นกตบยุงหางยาว, Bonaparte's Nightjar.