Sykes's Nightjar

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Sykes's Nightjar (<em>Caprimulgus mahrattensis</em>) is a species of Nightjars (<em>Caprimulgidae</em>) in the order Nightjars and Allies.

Overview

Sykes's Nightjar (Caprimulgus mahrattensis) is a species of Nightjars (Caprimulgidae) in the order Nightjars and Allies.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Caprimulgus; binomial: Caprimulgus mahrattensis; authority: Sykes, 1832.

Distribution

Breeding range: the Palearctic. Non-breeding range: to nc India.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.

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