About the Sykes's Nightjar
The Sykes's nightjar, Sykes' nightjar, Sind nightjar or Sindh nightjar is a nightjar species found in northwestern South Asia. This species has a large range with stable population size and therefore has been listed as "Least Concern" with no prediction of substantial human influence on their habitats in the near future.
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The Sykes's nightjar is a relatively small bird, measuring around 20-25 centimeters in length and weighing about 60 grams. They have a short bill, and dark blackish brown irises. The Sykes's nightjar's wings are long and narrow. The bird has a short, pale-gray bill with bristles around the mouth. They have small feet, only useful for perching and not effective at walking. Voice: The territorial call/song of Sykes's nightjar consists of long series of hard, knocking notes rapidly repeated, producing a prolonged churr, also described as a low trilling sound or rattle, which is given in bouts lasting 1-2 seconds and 3-4 minutes.
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Where it lives
When to see it
Peak activity in December · a winter visitor species across most of its range
Easily confused with
Plain NightjarCaprimulgus inornatusThe plain nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae.
Standard-winged NightjarCaprimulgus longipennisWhen roosting on the ground during the day, this medium-sized (20–23 centimetres (7.9–9.1 in) long) nightjar is mainly variegated grey, with a browner collar.
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