Sombre Nightjar
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    Sombre Nightjar

    Caprimulgus fraenatus

    Iconic Birds
    Least Concern

    The sombre nightjar or dusky nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is native to East Africa.

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    Where to Find

    Top parks for Sombre Nightjar. Sightings recorded in 4 safari areas total.

    ● Common (500+ sightings)● Occasional (50-499)● Rare (<50)
    East Africa
    Ol Donyo Sabuk National ParkNairobi & Southern Corridor, Kenya
    Rare
    Mount Longido ParkNorthern Tanzania Safari Circuit, Tanzania
    Rare
    Abijata-Shalla Lakes National ParkCentral Rift Valley & Awash, Ethiopia
    Rare
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