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Chuck-will's widow

Caprimulgus carolinensis

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37.8096, -88.6509

Field Notes

Habitat:

Wooded

Notes:

Identified by sound only. First time I've heard this bird this far north. Usually we get the whip-poor-will. I've also heard both at Ferne Clyffe State Park.

Species ID Suggestions

Comments (5)
ceherzog
They nest on the ground? Didn't notice the baby at first!
Mona Pirih
Beautiful.. Looks like nightjar the bird called in Indonesia. Are they the same family ?

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PublishedApril 27, 2013

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