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Sickle-winged Nightjar

Eleothreptus anomalus

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (สัตว์)
Phylum
Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)
Class
Aves (นก)
Order
Caprimulgiformes (Caprimulgiformes)
Family
Caprimulgidae
Genus
Eleothreptus
Species
Eleothreptus anomalus (Sickle-winged Nightjar)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese カマバネヨタカ
Chinese 鐮翅夜鷹
Spanish Chotacabras pantanero
French Engoulevent à faucilles
German Sichelschwingen-Nachtschwalbe
Portuguese curiango-do-banhado
Russian Серпокрылый козодой

Similar Species in Eleothreptus

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White-winged Nightjar
Eleothreptus candicans
Vulnerable
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sickle-winged Nightjar?
The scientific name of Sickle-winged Nightjar is Eleothreptus anomalus. It belongs to the genus Eleothreptus.
What is the conservation status of Sickle-winged Nightjar?
Sickle-winged Nightjar (Eleothreptus anomalus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Sickle-winged Nightjar live?
Sickle-winged Nightjar is found in Found in Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway.
What family does Sickle-winged Nightjar belong to?
Sickle-winged Nightjar (Eleothreptus anomalus) belongs to the genus Eleothreptus, which is part of the taxonomic family Caprimulgidae.
Is Sickle-winged Nightjar endangered?
Yes, Sickle-winged Nightjar (Eleothreptus anomalus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Sickle-winged Nightjar belong to?
Sickle-winged Nightjar (Eleothreptus anomalus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of Sickle-winged Nightjar?
The closest relatives of Sickle-winged Nightjar in the genus Eleothreptus include White-winged Nightjar.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Eleothreptus — 2 Species

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Sickle-winged Nightjar
Eleothreptus anomalus
VU
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White-winged Nightjar
Eleothreptus candicans
VU
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