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C IUCN · LC · Least Concern Caprimulgiformes Caprimulgidae

Indian Nightjar

Caprimulgus asiaticus

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Illustration · not to scale

Body Mass
42 g
Diet
Invertebrates
Migration
Resident

⚔️ Ecological Combat Rationale

ATK 73

Ecomorphologically adapted beak and agile strike momentum tailored to its foraging competition niche (ATK 73).

DEF 45

Lightweight agility and protective plumage camouflage favoring rapid evasive maneuverability over raw armor (DEF 45).

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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

Mike Prince · Sources & credits

🌍 Range & Habitat

Distribution: Oriental: Southeastern Pakistan to Southeastern Asia Habitat: Shrubland & Scrub
2 · Subspecies & regional ranges
  • Caprimulgus asiaticus asiaticus

    se Pakistan through India to s Indochina

  • Caprimulgus asiaticus eidos

    Sri Lanka

IOC World Bird List 15.2 ↗

Frequently asked questions

What is its scientific name?

Caprimulgus asiaticus

Which family does it belong to?

Nightjars (Caprimulgidae)

Where is it found?

Oriental: Southeastern Pakistan to Southeastern Asia

Sources & credits

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