Lesser nighthawk
Chordeiles acutipennis
The lesser nighthawk (Chordeiles acutipennis) is a nightjar found throughout a large part of the Americas.
About the Lesser nighthawk
The lesser nighthawk (Chordeiles acutipennis) is a nightjar found throughout a large part of the Americas. This bird looks similar to the common nighthawk but is slightly smaller, has a slightly less deeply forked tail, and is more buffy in coloration. Their distinctive mouths are very well adapted for capturing insects mid-flight.
Fun Facts About Lesser nighthawk
- This bird looks similar to the common nighthawk but is slightly smaller, has a slightly less deeply forked tail, and is more buffy in coloration.
- Their distinctive mouths are very well adapted for capturing insects mid-flight.
Conservation Status
The Lesser nighthawk is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. This species is currently stable and not at significant risk of population decline.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Order | Caprimulgiformes |
| Family | Caprimulgidae |
| Genus | Chordeiles |
| Species | Chordeiles acutipennis |
Range & Habitat
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