Brown Nightjar
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    Brown Nightjar

    Veles binotatus

    Iconic Birds
    Least Concern

    The brown nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is the only species in the genus Veles. It is found in Cameroon, Central African Republic, Republic of the Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Gabon, Ghana, and Liberia.

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    Where to Find

    Top parks for Brown Nightjar. Sightings recorded in 15 safari areas total.

    ● Common (500+ sightings)● Occasional (50-499)● Rare (<50)
    Central Africa
    Parc national de Dzanga-SanghaDzanga-Sangha Rainforest Complex, Central African Republic
    Rare
    Réserve Spéciale de Dzanga-SanghaDzanga-Sangha Rainforest Complex, Central African Republic
    Rare
    Réserve Spéciale de Dzanga-SanghaNorthern Congo Basin, Republic of Congo
    Rare
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