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Jamaican Nighthawk, Little Para Nighthawk, Siphonorhis americana, Jamaican Poorwill

Jamaican Nighthawk, Little Para Nighthawk, Siphonorhis americana, Jamaican Poorwill

2026-01-30 10:24:50 · · #1

Basic Information

Scientific classification

  • Chinese name: Jamaican Nighthawk
  • Scientific name: Siphonorhis americana, Jamaican Poorwill
  • Classification: Climbing birds
  • Genus and family: Order Noctuidae, Family Noctuidae, Genus *Noctua*

Vital signs data

  • Body length: No verification information available.
  • Weight: No verification information available.
  • Lifespan: No verification data available.

Significant features

It is a type of nightjar unique to Jamaica.

Distribution and Habitat

They inhabit subtropical or tropical forests and jungles.

Appearance

Details are unknown.

Detailed introduction

The Jamaican Nightjar (scientific name: Siphonorhis americana), also known as the Jamaican Poorwill, has unknown habits.

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Due to predator invasions, the Jamaican Nightjar is listed as a critically endangered species on the IUCN Red List.


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