Plain-tailed Nighthawk
Nyctiprogne vielliardi
The Plain-tailed Nighthawk (Nyctiprogne vielliardi) is a legendary nightjars and nighthawk found only in Brazil, weighing about 41 g. The plain-tailed nighthawk is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae.
About the Plain-tailed Nighthawk
The plain-tailed nighthawk is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is endemic to Brazil. Its natural habitat is dry savanna. It is threatened by habitat loss. The Plain-tailed was given its name due to the lack of bands on its tail. Other names it was given include "Bahia Nighthawk" and "Caatinga Nighthawk" although not completely inappropriate due to the fact that they are not only found specifically in those areas.
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Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December, with peak activity in September. It is a resident species across most of its range.
Easily confused with
Quick questions
- What does a Plain-tailed Nighthawk look like?
- The plain-tailed nighthawk is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae.
- How big is a Plain-tailed Nighthawk?
- The Plain-tailed Nighthawk is a small sized bird weighing about 41 g.
- Where can you see a Plain-tailed Nighthawk?
- The Plain-tailed Nighthawk is endemic to Brazil, which is the only country where it occurs.
- What birds look similar to a Plain-tailed Nighthawk?
- The Plain-tailed Nighthawk is most easily confused with the Band-tailed Nighthawk.
- Is the Plain-tailed Nighthawk endangered?
- The Plain-tailed Nighthawk is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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