Mexican Whip-poor-will (Antrostomus arizonae) — Least Concern Aves

Mexican Whip-poor-will

Antrostomus arizonae

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Caprimulgiformes · Caprimulgidae

About

The Mexican whip-poor-will,, is a medium-sized nightjar of the southwestern United States, Mexico, and northern Central America.

Fun Fact

Until 2010 the Mexican whip-poor-will and what is now the eastern whip-poor-will (Antrostomus vociferus) were considered conspecific under the name whip-poor-will.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Prey is insects, with moths and beetles being the dominant types.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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