Birds
File:Caprimulgus poliocephalus.jpg

Montane Nightjar

Montane Nightjar

100
-
Not yet spotted on Fladder
Spotted
The Montane Nightjar is an African nightjar species that inhabits highland and montane regions, typically found in forest edges and clearings. Its plumage provides excellent camouflage against rocky or wooded terrain.
Where to spot
Inhabits highland and montane regions of East Africa, often found in forest edges, clearings, and open woodlands at higher altitudes.
How to spot
Best located by its distinctive, often rhythmic calls in montane forests and clearings. Spotting it requires patience and a spotlight, as it blends well with its surroundings.
When to spot
Active at night, especially during the breeding season when its calls are most prominent, from dusk till dawn.
File:Caprimulgus poliocephalus.jpg
File:Caprimulgus poliocephalus.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Its vocalizations often have a unique, whistling or trilling quality, which is thought to be adapted to carry effectively through the varied terrain of its mountainous habitat.
Loading...

Spotted

No recently spotted birds

Monthly observations

No observations
Loading...
Nothing spotted yet

Also interesting

100

Brown Nightjar

Nightjars and Allies
100

Cayenne Nightjar

Nightjars and Allies
File:Nyctidromus (Hydropsalis) albicollis Pauraque.JPG
100

Common Pauraque

Nightjars and Allies
File:Uropsalis Lyra (Lyre-tailed Nightjar).jpg
100

Lyre-tailed Nightjar

Nightjars and Allies
File:Caprimulgus donaldsoni 177267149.jpg
100

Donaldson Smith's Nightjar

Nightjars and Allies
File:Cabak kota (Caprimulgus affinis).jpg
100

Savanna Nightjar

Nightjars and Allies
100

Bonaparte's Nightjar

Nightjars and Allies
File:AntrostomusSaturatusKeulemans.jpg
100

Dusky Nightjar

Nightjars and Allies
100

Eared Poorwill

Nightjars and Allies
File:Caprimulgus asiaticus 236702274.jpg
100

Indian Nightjar

Nightjars and Allies