Antillean Nighthawk

Antillean Nighthawk

Antillean Nighthawk is the large nightjar with dark bars and conspicuous white throat. It has white patches in its long and pointed wings which is visible in flight. The tail of the Antillean Nighthawk is long and slightly rough with tail bands. The bill is tiny and bordered with bristles. During the flight, it regularly changes its direction.
It usually roams from north during summer. It prefers semi and open areas which includes pastures savannas, Pine Barrens and fields

Interesting Facts

The Antillean Nighthawk was once called as a form of the Common Nighthawk. They may be known sitting on roads at night, first observed by its eyeshine.