Feline Owlet-nightjar

Feline Owlet-nightjar

Aegotheles insignis

Least Concern

Aves · Apodiformes · Aegothelidae

About

The feline owlet-nightjar is a species of bird in the order Aegotheliformes and the family Aegothelidae. It is found in New Guinea. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.

Fun Fact

It is the largest owlet-nightjar in New Guinea.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Lives in forests or forest edges in mountainous regions at 1100-2800 m, but sometimes as high as 3000 m.

Diet

Eats mainly insects.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance