Scissor-tailed Nightjar
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    Scissor-tailed Nightjar

    Hydropsalis torquata

    Iconic Birds
    Least Concern

    The scissor-tailed nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is distributed over much of eastern South America.

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    Where to Find

    Top parks for Scissor-tailed Nightjar. Sightings recorded in 50 safari areas total.

    ● Common (500+ sightings)● Occasional (50-499)● Rare (<50)
    Central & South America
    Parque Estadual da Serra do Ouro BrancoSoutheast Atlantic Forest (Rio de Janeiro & Espírito Santo), Brazil
    Rare
    Parque Nacional da Serra do GandarelaSoutheast Atlantic Forest (Rio de Janeiro & Espírito Santo), Brazil
    Rare
    Parque Nacional da Chapada DiamantinaCentral Cerrado & Highlands, Brazil
    Rare
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