Spotted Nightjar

Eurostopodus argus

Least Concern

The Spotted Nightjar is a nocturnal or crepuscular nightjar of Australia, New Guinea, and nearby islands. It rests camouflaged by day on ground, branches, or leaf litter, then hawks moths, beetles, and other insects at dusk with a wide gape, soft flight, and repetitive calls.

Family

Caprimulgidae

Group

Nightjars

Range

Spotted Nightjar Range — Resident or seasonal range in Australia, New Guinea, and nearby islands

Population

≈ Unknown

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