Bonaparte's Nightjar
NameBonaparte's Nightjar
Common NameBonaparte's Nightjar
Scientific NameEurostopodus concretus
FamilyCaprimulgidae
Wingspan (cm)50
Length (cm)26.5
Weight (g)60
Plumage DetailsPlumage is intricately mottled with various shades of dark brown, black, rufous, and buff, creating excellent camouflage. It has large dark eyes, a short bill, and often exhibits small white patches on the throat and sometimes on the wings.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalization is a distinctive, repeated 'tock-tock-tock' or 'chup-chup-chup' call, which can accelerate and sometimes be followed by a trill or whistle.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in Southeast Asia, specifically in parts of the Malay Peninsula, Sumatra, Borneo, and some smaller surrounding islands.
Identifying FeaturesCryptic mottled brown and black plumage, Large dark eyes, Short bill, Nocturnal/crepuscular activity, Distinctive 'tock-tock-tock' call, Often perches horizontally on branches
Description
The Bonaparte's Nightjar is a medium-sized, nocturnal bird with highly cryptic plumage, allowing it to blend seamlessly with tree bark and leaf litter. It is primarily active at dusk and dawn, foraging for flying insects in its forest habitat.
