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White-winged Nightjar

Eleothreptus candicans

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 candicans (White-winged Nightjar)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ハジロヨタカ
Chinese 白翅夜鷹
Spanish Chotacabras aliblanco
French Engoulevent à ailes blanches
German Weißflügel-Nachtschwalbe
Portuguese bacurau-de-rabo-branco
Russian Белокрылый козодой

Similar Species in Eleothreptus

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Sickle-winged Nightjar
Eleothreptus anomalus
Vulnerable
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Frequently Asked Questions

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