Short-tailed Nighthawk

Lurocalis semitorquatus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Caprimulgiformes · Caprimulgidae

About

The short-tailed nighthawk is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is found in Mexico, in every Central American country except El Salvador, in Trinidad and Tobago, and in every mainland South American country except Chile and Uruguay.

Fun Fact

The wings are also dark brown with muted spots of several colors, an unlike most other nighthawks, do not have bold white markings.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in more open landscapes such as clearings, river edges, old cacao plantations, and middle-aged secondary forest.

Diet

Insectivore

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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