Nechisar Nightjar (Caprimulgus solala)
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Nechisar Nightjar

Caprimulgus solala Safford, Ash, Duckworth, Telfer & Zewdie, 1995

25 cmLength79 gWeight

The Nechisar nightjar (Caprimulgus solala) is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae.

Vulnerable

Where and when it's recorded

No records at the public birding hotspots we track. It may be rare, remote, or its locations protected.

About

The Nechisar nightjar (Caprimulgus solala) is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is now thought to be a hybrid. It is endemic to Ethiopia.

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Questions

How big is the Nechisar Nightjar?

The Nechisar Nightjar is about 25 cm long and weighs around 79 g.

Where does the Nechisar Nightjar live?

Its breeding range: Africa: southern Ethiopia.

Is the Nechisar Nightjar endangered?

The IUCN Red List classifies the Nechisar Nightjar as Vulnerable.

What does the Nechisar Nightjar eat?

Main food: Insects & other invertebrates.

What family is the Nechisar Nightjar in?

It belongs to the family Nightjars (Caprimulgidae), order Caprimulgiformes.

At a glance

Length
25 cm
Weight
79 g
Habitat
Grassland
Diet
Insects & other invertebrates
Lifestyle
Feeds in the air
Conservation
Vulnerable
More measurements
Wing
185 mm
Tail
115 mm
Bill
22 mm
Tarsus
20 mm

Averages from the AVONET dataset; length from field guides where available.

Range

Africa: southern Ethiopia

Breeding range, IOC World Bird List 15.2

Classification

Family
Nightjars Caprimulgidae
Genus
Caprimulgus

Other birds in the genus Caprimulgus

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Nechisar Nightjar

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