Eared Poorwill
NameEared Poorwill
Common NameGreat Eared-Nightjar
Scientific NameLyncornis macrotis
FamilyCaprimulgidae
Wingspan (cm)51
Length (cm)38
Weight (g)160
Plumage DetailsCryptic brown and buff plumage with intricate patterns of streaks and spots, providing excellent camouflage. Features prominent, erect ear tufts on the head, and large dark eyes.
Vocalization / CallA distinctive, loud, ringing 'whee-oow' or 'whee-yoo' call, often repeated, sometimes described as a 'cat-like mewing' or 'whistling'.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across Southeast Asia, including parts of India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, and Vietnam.
Identifying Featuresprominent ear tufts, cryptic brown plumage, large dark eyes, nocturnal, large size for a nightjar
Description
A large, nocturnal nightjar known for its prominent, erect ear tufts. It exhibits superb camouflage, blending seamlessly with leaf litter and forest floor during the day, becoming active at dusk to hunt insects.
