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C IUCN · LC · Least Concern Caprimulgiformes Caprimulgidae

Golden Nightjar

Caprimulgus eximius

Golden Nightjar · BirdGacha

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Illustration · not to scale

Body length
23–25 cm
Body Mass
66.3 g
Diet
Invertebrates
Migration
Partially migratory

⚔️ Ecological Combat Rationale

ATK 94

Ecomorphologically adapted beak and agile strike momentum tailored to its foraging competition niche (ATK 94).

DEF 58

Lightweight agility and protective plumage camouflage favoring rapid evasive maneuverability over raw armor (DEF 58).

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How to identify

Detailed field marks are not yet available. Use the linked sources to confirm an identification.

Similar species

Species-specific comparison notes are not yet available. Related birds below are not necessarily lookalikes.

Calls & songs

A playable recording is not currently available for this species.

🌍 Range & Habitat

Distribution: Africa: Northeastern & North-central & Western Habitat: Desert & Arid
2 · Subspecies & regional ranges
  • Caprimulgus eximius simplicior

    s Mauritania to n Cameroon

  • Caprimulgus eximius eximius

    w, c Sudan

IOC World Bird List 15.2 ↗

Frequently asked questions

What is its scientific name?

Caprimulgus eximius

Which family does it belong to?

Nightjars (Caprimulgidae)

Where is it found?

Africa: Northeastern & North-central & Western

Sources & credits

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