Eastern Whip-poor-will

Eastern Whip-poor-will

Antrostomus vociferus

Near Threatened

Aves · Caprimulgiformes · Caprimulgidae

About

The eastern whip-poor-will is a medium-sized bird within the nightjar family, Caprimulgidae, from North America. The whip-poor-will is commonly heard within its range, but less often seen because of its camouflage. It is named onomatopoeically after its song.

Fun Fact

The whip-poor-will is commonly heard within its range, but less often seen because of its camouflage.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Diet of an Eastern whip-poor-will mostly consists of insects, especially moths, also beetles, mosquitoes, and many others.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Hunting and Collection
  • Climate Change