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Nechisar Nightjar

Nechisar Nightjar

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The Nechisar Nightjar is an extremely rare and enigmatic species known from a highly restricted area in Ethiopia. Its discovery highlights the potential for new avian finds in unexplored regions.
Where to spot
Known from highly restricted plains within the Nechisar National Park area of Ethiopia, preferring open grasslands with scattered trees and shrubs.
How to spot
Its rarity and restricted range make observation extremely challenging. Potential observation involves nocturnal surveys in its specific known habitat, often requiring specialized local guidance.
When to spot
Presumed nocturnal, like other nightjars, with activity primarily occurring from dusk until dawn.
This species was identified and described based on a single specimen and its unique wing structure, making it one of the most mysterious and least-known nightjars in the world.
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