Jungle Nightjar

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Jungle Nightjar (<em>Caprimulgus indicus</em>) is a species of Nightjars (<em>Caprimulgidae</em>) in the order Nightjars and Allies.

Overview

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

Scientific Classification

Genus: Caprimulgus; binomial: Caprimulgus indicus; authority: Latham, 1790.

Distribution

Breeding range: the Oriental Region.

Conservation Status

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

Remarks

Change English name of Caprimulgus indicus from Grey Nightjar to Jungle Nightjar, with split of C. jotaka, which retains English name of Grey Nightjar.

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