Nacunda Nighthawk
A species of Podager Scientific name : Chordeiles nacunda Genus : Podager
Nacunda Nighthawk, A species of Podager
Botanical name: Chordeiles nacunda
Genus: Podager
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Description
Photo By Don Roberson 
Description
The nacunda nighthawk is not only the largest of the highly aerial nightjars known as nighthawks and the largest species of nightjar in the neotropics, it is one of the largest species in the world. Its length, at 27.5 to 32 cm (10.8 to 12.6 in), is somewhat less than the great eared-nightjar, which is typically considered the largest species in the family, but the nacunda may actually weigh a bit more on average. Six specimens of nacunda nighthawk were found to average 159 g (5.6 oz) in body mass, with range of 130 to 188 g (4.6 to 6.6 oz). Its very large size, large head, and pale body with highly contrasting black primaries make the nacunda nighthawk easy to identify. This species is noteworthy for its partially diurnal habits. Though a capable aerial forager, the nacunda nighthawk spends a considerable amount of time on the ground; it has notably long tarsi for a nightjar, and is more likely than other species to be seen standing on the ground, rather than resting on the surface. 
Size
32 cm
Habitat
Nacunda Nighthawk is typically found in open habitats with varying levels of moisture, from arid to humid environments. Its hunting grounds include marshes, reservoirs, and open countryside, extending to urban areas. While resting, it favors rocky outcroppings within grassland settings. The preferred environments for nacunda Nighthawk are expansive savannas and grasslands, indicative of its adaptation to wide, open spaces.
Dite type
Insectivorous
Photo By Don Roberson 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Nightjars and Relatives Family
Nightjars and nighthawks Genus
Podager Species
Nacunda Nighthawk 
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