Lyre-tailed Nightjar
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    Lyre-tailed Nightjar

    Uropsalis lyra

    Iconic Birds
    Least Concern

    The lyre-tailed nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.

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    Where to Find

    Top parks for Lyre-tailed Nightjar. Sightings recorded in 6 safari areas total.

    ● Common (500+ sightings)● Occasional (50-499)● Rare (<50)
    Central & South America
    Parque Nacional Natural Los NevadosAndes - Northern & Central Cordilleras, Colombia
    Rare
    Santuario de Flora y Fauna Otún-QuimbayaAndes - Northern & Central Cordilleras, Colombia
    Rare
    Parque Nacional Natural Nevado del HuilaAndes - Southern & Macizo Colombiano, Colombia
    Rare
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