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UC IUCN · LC · Least Concern Caprimulgiformes Caprimulgidae

Eared Poorwill

Nyctiphrynus mcleodii

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Illustration · not to scale

Body length
20–21 cm
Body Mass
35 g
Diet
Invertebrates
Migration
Resident

⚔️ Ecological Combat Rationale

ATK 121

Ecomorphologically adapted beak and agile strike momentum tailored to its foraging competition niche (ATK 121).

DEF 77

Lightweight agility and protective plumage camouflage favoring rapid evasive maneuverability over raw armor (DEF 77).

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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

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🌍 Range & Habitat

Distribution: Middle America: Western Mexico Habitat: Forest & Woodland
2 · Subspecies & regional ranges
  • Nyctiphrynus mcleodii mcleodii

    Chihuahua and s Sonora to Jalisco and Colima (w Mexico)

  • Nyctiphrynus mcleodii rayi

    Guerrero (wc Mexico)

IOC World Bird List 15.2 ↗

Frequently asked questions

What is its scientific name?

Nyctiphrynus mcleodii

Which family does it belong to?

Nightjars (Caprimulgidae)

Where is it found?

Middle America: Western Mexico

Sources & credits

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