Nightjars and Frogmouths(130 species)

Belonging to the order Caprimulgiformes, nightjars, and frogmouths are nocturnal birds distinguished by their enigmatic plumage and distinctive behaviors. Designed for a life of airborne hunting, nightjars are slender birds with short legs and long wings. Their natural habitats are open spaces like woods, savannas, and grasslands. Nightjars snooze on the ground or perch on branches during the day, blending in perfectly with their surroundings because of their outstanding camouflage. They are very active at night, using their broad mouths and specially designed bristles around their beaks to catch insects as they flit.