Caprimulgidae

Definition of Caprimulgidae

n.1.a widely distributed natural family of nocturnally active birds including the whip-poor-will (Caprimulgus vociferus), the chuck-will's-widow (Caprimulgus carolinensis), and the common nighthawk (Chordeiles minor); - called popularly the goatsuckers or nightjars. The nighthawks are sometimes active during the day.

Related Words

bird family, caprimulgid, Caprimulgiformes, Caprimulgus, Chordeiles, family Caprimulgidae, genus Caprimulgus, genus Chordeiles, genus Phalaenoptilus, goatsucker, nightjar, order Caprimulgiformes, Phalaenoptilus
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