Common Nighthawk
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| Scientific name | Chordeiles minor |
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| Length | 22 – 24 cm |
| Conservation status | Least Concern (Population decreasing) |
| Mass | 79 g |
| Family | Caprimulgidae |
| Order | Caprimulgiformes |
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| ID | 2910554 |
About Common Nighthawk
The common nighthawk is a medium-sized crepuscular or nocturnal bird of the Americas within the nightjar family, whose presence and identity are best revealed by its vocalization. Typically dark, displaying cryptic colouration and intricate patterns, this bird is difficult to spot with the naked eye during the day.
