Egyptian Nightjar
Caprimulgus aegyptius
Least ConcernAves · Caprimulgiformes · Caprimulgidae
About
The Egyptian nightjar is a medium-small nightjar which occurs in south west Asia and north Africa and winters in tropical Africa. This is a fairly common species with a wide distribution which faces no obvious threats apart from habitat destruction, so the International Union for Conservation of Nature has rated its conservation status as being of "least concern".
Fun Fact
This is a fairly common species with a wide distribution which faces no obvious threats apart from habitat destruction, so the International Union for Conservation of Nature has rated its conservation status as being of "least concern".
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found near water in areas with sparse vegetation and scrub.
Diet
To be updated
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance