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Common nighthawk

Chordeiles minor

Photo by Brian38
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Field Notes

Description:

The Common nighthawk is in the Nightjar family (Caprimulgidae). They have a flattened head with large eyes. Their plumage consists of intricate patterns of gray, brown, black, and white specs.

Habitat:

Spotted on a farm fence post near the Anahuac NWR in southeastern Texas.

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