Cayenne Nightjar

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Cayenne Nightjar (<em>Setopagis maculosa</em>) is a species of Nightjars (<em>Caprimulgidae</em>) in the order Nightjars and Allies.

Overview

Cayenne Nightjar (Setopagis maculosa) is a species of Nightjars (Caprimulgidae) in the order Nightjars and Allies.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Setopagis; binomial: Setopagis maculosa; authority: (Todd, 1920).

Distribution

Breeding range: South America.

Conservation Status

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

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.

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