Egyptian Nightjar
Egyptian Nightjar
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jenny van Dorland
The Egyptian Nightjar is a pale, desert-dwelling nightjar perfectly adapted to arid environments. Its sandy plumage provides superb camouflage against desert soils and rocks, making it very hard to see.
Where to spot
Inhabits North Africa, the Middle East, and parts of Central Asia, specifically in deserts, semi-deserts, and arid plains. It migrates to Sub-Saharan Africa for winter.
How to spot
Listen for its distinctive, frog-like croaking call, especially around oases or dry wadis. Its pale plumage can be surprisingly hard to spot against the desert floor even with a spotlight; look for eyeshine.
When to spot
Strictly nocturnal. Best observed during its breeding season (spring/summer) in its northern range, or during migration through desert areas.
Where to spot
Inhabits North Africa, the Middle East, and parts of Central Asia, specifically in deserts, semi-deserts, and arid plains. It migrates to Sub-Saharan Africa for winter.
How to spot
Listen for its distinctive, frog-like croaking call, especially around oases or dry wadis. Its pale plumage can be surprisingly hard to spot against the desert floor even with a spotlight; look for eyeshine.
When to spot
Strictly nocturnal. Best observed during its breeding season (spring/summer) in its northern range, or during migration through desert areas.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Unlike many nightjars that prefer vegetated areas, the Egyptian Nightjar is a specialist of sandy and stony deserts, blending seamlessly with its stark and open environment.
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