White-winged Nightjar
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    White-winged Nightjar

    Eleothreptus candicans

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    Vulnerable

    Conservation Status

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    VU - VulnerableDecreasing population

    Faces a high risk of extinction in the wild.

    The white-winged nightjar faces threats from habitat loss due to agricultural expansion and unsustainable land management practices. While specific recovery programs are limited, conservation efforts often focus on protecting its grassland and savanna habitats. Responsible safari tourism can help by raising awareness, supporting local communities who are stewards of the land, and providing economic incentives for habitat preservation.

    The white-winged nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is found in Bolivia, Brazil and Paraguay.

    Description adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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