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C IUCN · LC · Least Concern Caprimulgiformes Caprimulgidae

Jungle Nightjar

Caprimulgus indicus

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Illustration · not to scale

Body length
21–24 cm
Body Mass
91.6 g
Diet
Invertebrates
Migration
Resident

⚔️ Ecological Combat Rationale

ATK 89

Ecomorphologically adapted beak and agile strike momentum tailored to its foraging competition niche (ATK 89).

DEF 55

Lightweight agility and protective plumage camouflage favoring rapid evasive maneuverability over raw armor (DEF 55).

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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

सुबोध कुलकर्णी · Sources & credits

🌍 Range & Habitat

Distribution: Oriental: India and Sri Lanka Habitat: Forest & Woodland
2 · Subspecies & regional ranges
  • Caprimulgus indicus indicus

    c, s India

  • Caprimulgus indicus kelaarti

    Sri Lanka

IOC World Bird List 15.2 ↗

Frequently asked questions

What is its scientific name?

Caprimulgus indicus

Which family does it belong to?

Nightjars (Caprimulgidae)

Where is it found?

Oriental: India and Sri Lanka

Sources & credits

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