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Australian Owlet-nightjar

Aegotheles cristatus

Least Concern

About

The Australian Owlet-nightjar (Aegotheles cristatus) is a species in the genus Aegotheles. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in 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

Apodiformes (Apodiformes)

Species

Aegotheles cristatus (Australian Owlet-nightjar)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese オーストラリアズクヨタカ

Chinese 澳洲裸鼻鴟

Spanish Egotelo australiano

French Égothèle d'Australie

German Baumschwalm

Portuguese noitibó-coruja-australiano

Russian Австралийский совиный лягушкорот

Similar Species in Aegotheles

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Barred Owlet-nightjar

Aegotheles bennettii

Least Concern

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Moluccan Owlet-nightjar

Aegotheles crinifrons

Least Concern

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Mountain Owlet-nightjar

Aegotheles albertisi

Least Concern

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New Caledonian Owlet-nightjar

Aegotheles savesi

Critically Endangered

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Vogelkop Owlet-nightjar

Aegotheles affinis

Data Deficient

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Wallace's Owlet-nightjar

Aegotheles wallacii

Least Concern

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Feline Owlet-nightjar

Aegotheles insignis

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Australian Owlet-nightjar?

The scientific name of Australian Owlet-nightjar is Aegotheles cristatus. It belongs to the genus Aegotheles.

What is the conservation status of Australian Owlet-nightjar?

Australian Owlet-nightjar (Aegotheles cristatus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Australian Owlet-nightjar live?

Australian Owlet-nightjar is found in Found in Norway.. Countries include Norway.

What family does Australian Owlet-nightjar belong to?

Australian Owlet-nightjar (Aegotheles cristatus) belongs to the genus Aegotheles, which is part of the taxonomic family Aegothelidae.

Is Australian Owlet-nightjar endangered?

No, Australian Owlet-nightjar (Aegotheles cristatus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Australian Owlet-nightjar belong to?

Australian Owlet-nightjar (Aegotheles cristatus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Australian Owlet-nightjar?

The closest relatives of Australian Owlet-nightjar in the genus Aegotheles include Barred Owlet-nightjar, Moluccan Owlet-nightjar, Mountain Owlet-nightjar, New Caledonian Owlet-nightjar, Vogelkop Owlet-nightjar.