Pygmy Nightjar

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Norway.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (hayvan)

Phylum

Chordata (Kordalılar)

Class

Aves (kuş)

Order

Caprimulgiformes (Çobanaldatanlar)

Family

Caprimulgidae

Genus

Nyctipolus

Species

Nyctipolus hirundinaceus (Pygmy Nightjar)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese コビトヨタカ

Chinese 侏夜鷹

Spanish Chotacabras pigmeo

French Engoulevent pygmée

German Spixnachtschwalbe

Portuguese bacurauzinho-da-caatinga

Russian Крошечный козодой

Similar Species in Nyctipolus

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Blackish Nightjar

Nyctipolus nigrescens

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pygmy Nightjar?

The scientific name of Pygmy Nightjar is Nyctipolus hirundinaceus. It belongs to the genus Nyctipolus.

What is the conservation status of Pygmy Nightjar?

Pygmy Nightjar (Nyctipolus hirundinaceus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Pygmy Nightjar live?

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

What family does Pygmy Nightjar belong to?

Pygmy Nightjar (Nyctipolus hirundinaceus) belongs to the genus Nyctipolus, which is part of the taxonomic family Caprimulgidae.

Is Pygmy Nightjar endangered?

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

What kingdom does Pygmy Nightjar belong to?

Pygmy Nightjar (Nyctipolus hirundinaceus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).

What are the closest relatives of Pygmy Nightjar?

The closest relatives of Pygmy Nightjar in the genus Nyctipolus include Blackish Nightjar.