Long-trained Nightjar

Hydropsalis forcipata

Conservation Status

Data Deficient

Aves · Caprimulgiformes · Caprimulgidae

About

The long-trained nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is found in Argentina and Brazil.

Fun Fact

Some authors have contended that the binomial Macropsalis creagra bestowed by Bonaparte in 1850 is correct, but consensus now is that the specific epithet forcipata has priority.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Inhabits the interior and edges of primary and secondary forest and woodland.

Diet

Prey in flight, and by taking prey from leaves in flight.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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