Timor Nightjar

Overview

Timor Nightjar (Caprimulgus ritae) is a species of Nightjars (Caprimulgidae) in the order Nightjars and Allies.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Caprimulgus; binomial: Caprimulgus ritae; authority: King, BF, Sangster, Trainor, Irestedt, Prawiradilaga & Ericson, 2024.

Distribution

Breeding range: Australasia.

Conservation Status

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

Remarks

Timor Nightjar is a newly described species within the C. macrurus complex that differs from its closest relatives in genetics, morphology, and vocalizations (King, BF et al. 2024).