Nightjars, Frogmouths and Oilbirds

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With the scientific name of Caprimulgiformes (from the Latin for goat sucker), this order of birds includes the Nightjar, Frogmouth, Potoo, and Oilbird. Most of the birds in this group are nocturnal, and eat insects.

Frogmouths

Nightjars

Oilbirds

Pootoos

Birdnet: Species List: Caprimulgiformes
Comprehensive species list provided by the Ornithological Council. Includes common and scientific names.
Order Caprimulgiformes (Nightbirds)
Overview of the order with illustrations and photographs of the various species including frogmouths, nightjars, nighthawks, whip-poor-will, pootoo and the oilbird.