Long-trained Nightjar
A species of Long-trained Nightjar Scientific name : Macropsalis forcipata Genus : Long-trained Nightjar
Long-trained Nightjar, A species of Long-trained Nightjar
Botanical name: Macropsalis forcipata
Genus: Long-trained Nightjar
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Description General Info
Photo By Don Roberson 
Description
The long-trained nightjar (Macropsalis forcipata) is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is monotypic within the genus Macropsalis. It is found in forests, mainly in highlands, in south-eastern Brazil and far north-eastern Argentina. 
Size
31 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
Long-trained Nightjar's diet consists mainly of insects, captured in flight near trees or attracted to artificial lights. Long-trained Nightjar's feeding behavior includes skimming over leaves and making short forays from the ground to snag prey.
Habitat
The habitat of long-trained Nightjar primarily comprises forests and woodlands, including second-growth forests and areas at forest edges. In the northern parts of its range, long-trained Nightjar shows a predilection for forested areas within more mountainous terrains, predominately inhabiting regions that feature general environmental conditions associated with forest ecosystems.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Photo By Don Roberson 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Nightjars and Relatives Family
Nightjars and nighthawks Genus
Long-trained Nightjar Species
Long-trained Nightjar 
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