Short-tailed nighthawk

Lurocalis semitorquatus

Family: Caprimulgidae Order: Caprimulgiformes Conservation: Least Concern
Short-tailed nighthawk

About the Short-tailed nighthawk

species of bird

Fun Facts About Short-tailed nighthawk

  • The Short-tailed nighthawk (Lurocalis semitorquatus) is a bird species found in North America.
  • This species can be observed across various North American habitats.

Conservation Status

The Short-tailed nighthawk is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. This species is currently stable and not at significant risk of population decline.

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Taxonomy & Classification

OrderCaprimulgiformes
FamilyCaprimulgidae
GenusLurocalis
SpeciesLurocalis semitorquatus

Range & Habitat

Range map of Short-tailed nighthawk

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Related Species

Other species in the Caprimulgidae family: