Donaldson Smith's Nightjar
Donaldson Smith's Nightjar
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Donaldson's Nightjar is a distinctive African nightjar found in arid and semi-arid scrublands across East Africa. It is recognized by its unique calls and relatively small size.
Where to spot
Occurs in arid and semi-arid regions of East Africa, spanning from Ethiopia and Somalia south to Tanzania, favoring thorny scrubland and dry savannas.
How to spot
Listen for its unique and distinctive calls at night. It can often be spotted resting on the ground or on exposed rocks and roadsides, especially with the aid of a spotlight.
When to spot
Primarily nocturnal, active from dusk onwards, with its calls being a prominent sound in its habitat after nightfall.
Where to spot
Occurs in arid and semi-arid regions of East Africa, spanning from Ethiopia and Somalia south to Tanzania, favoring thorny scrubland and dry savannas.
How to spot
Listen for its unique and distinctive calls at night. It can often be spotted resting on the ground or on exposed rocks and roadsides, especially with the aid of a spotlight.
When to spot
Primarily nocturnal, active from dusk onwards, with its calls being a prominent sound in its habitat after nightfall.
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Known for its peculiar, guttural, and frog-like calls, Donaldson's Nightjar's vocalizations are easily distinguishable from those of other nightjars within its range.
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