Least Pauraque

Siphonorhis brewsteri

Conservation Status

Near Threatened

Aves · Caprimulgiformes · Caprimulgidae

About

The least poorwill or least pauraque is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae, and the only confirmed extant species of its genus. It is endemic to the island of Hispaniola, which is shared by the Dominican Republic and Haiti.

Fun Fact

The least poorwill was previously considered conspecific with the Jamaican poorwill (Siphonorhis americana), which is believed to be possibly extinct.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurs in Hispaniolan moist forests|deciduous, broadleaf]] and coniferous forest.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Hunting and Collection
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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