Nightjar Collection (page 3)

Nightjar with mouth open- Staverton Park Suffolk. Taken by Eric Hosking in 1945

Nightjar, July 1949, Brand 17 Camera, Tessar 8. 5inch lens, F/32, High Speed Flash 1/10, 000th of a second, film P1200
Nightjar, July 1949, Brand 17 Camera, Tessar 8.5inch lens, F/32, High Speed Flash 1/10, 000th of a second, film P1200. Taken by Eric Hosking

White-tailed Nightjar (Caprimulgus cayennensis) adult, perched on stick at night, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, April

Egyptian Nightjar (Caprimulgus aegyptius) adult, roosting on sand in desert during daytime, Morocco, March

European nightjar (Caprimulgus europaeus), brown bird camouflaged against brown dry leaves

Common potoo in a tree at night. The common potoo (Nyctibius griseus) is a nocturnal bird that breeds in tropical Central and South America, from Nicaragua to northern Argentina and northern Uruguay

Nightjar, artwork C016 / 3236
Nightjar (Caprimulgus europaeus), artwork. This bird is found most of Europe and temperate Asia

Caprimulgus aegyptius, egyptian nightjar
Egyptian nightjar egg specimens

Caprimulgus mahrattensis, sykes nightjar
Sykes nightjar egg specimens

Caprimulgus inornatus, plain nightjar
Plain nightjar egg specimens

Caprimulgus nubicus, nubian nightjar
Nubian nightar egg specimen

Nightjar JAB 1870 Male Caprimulgus europaeus © J. A. Bailey / ardea. com
JAB-1870 NIGHTJAR - male, displaying on ground, with wings outstretched Caprimulgus europaeus During breeding season male claps wings and displays white patches on outer flight feathers

Spotted Nightjars - camouflaged pair sleeping at the base of a Mulga bush - St Teresa's Rd, Alice Springs
DH-2836 Spotted NIGHTJARS - camouflaged pair sleeping at base of Mulga Bush St. Teresas Rd. Alice Springs, NT Australia Eurostopodus argus Don Hadden contact details: prints@ardea.com tel

European Nightjar (Caprimulgus europaeus) Eggs and chick

Eurasian Nightjar (Caprimulgus europaeus) adult, in threat display at nest towards approaching Adder (Vipera berus) on heathland, North Norfolk, England, may

Large-tailed Nightjar (Caprimulgus macrurus) adult, sitting on nest with two young, Australia

Grey Nightjar (Caprimulgus indicus) adult, roosting on branch, Krung Ching, Thailand, february

Pauraque (Nyctidromus albicollis) adult, sitting on ground at night, Pantanal, Mato Grosso, Brazil

Scissor-tailed Nightjar (Hydropsalis torquata furcifera) adult male, sitting on ground at daytime roost, Ceibas, Entre Rios, Argentina, october

Red-necked Nightjar (Caprimulgus ruficollis) two eggs in nest, Extremadura, Spain, may

Eurasian Nightjar (Caprimulgus europaeus) adult male, churring on song post in heathland at night, North Norfolk, England, june

Lesser Nighthawk (Chordeiles acutipennis) adult, roosting on branch in tree, Costa Rica, february

Rufous Nightjar (Caprimulgus rufus) adult, resting on ground at night, Rupununi, Guyana

Long-tailed Nightjar (Caprimulgus climacurus) adult, resting amongst leaf litter, Gambia, january

Savanna Nightjar (Caprimulgus affinis) adult, sitting on rock in evening sunlight, Bandhavgarh N. P
Savanna Nightjar (Caprimulgus affinis) adult, sitting on rock in evening sunlight, Bandhavgarh N.P. Madhya Pradesh, India

Nightjar Caprimulgus europaeus at nest in threat display towards advancing Adder North Norfolk May

Nightjar - with young - Lizard - Cornwall - UK
DAC-282 Nightjar - with young Lizard - Cornwall - UK Caprimulgus europaeus David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Nightjar - Lizard - Cornwall - UK
DAC-281 Nightjar Lizard - Cornwall - UK Caprimulgus europaeus David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Nightjar - on ground in evening - Cornwall - UK
DAC-92 Nightjar - on ground in evening Cornwall - UK Caprimulgus europaeus David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Spotted Nightjar - Note grasshopper beyond bird, the reason these birds are seen on roads
DH-4630 Spotted Nightjar - Note grasshopper beyond bird, the reason these birds are seen on roads. On a dirt road near Canteen Creek Aboriginal Community, central Northern Territory, Australia

Nightjar - on a post
DAC-35 Nightjar - on a post Caprimulgus europaeus David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Nightjar - on the ground
DAC-36 Nightjar - on the ground Caprimulgus europaeus David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Nightjar - on a rock
DAC-39 Nightjar - on a rock Caprimulgus europaeus David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Nightjar - with wings open on a post
DAC-38 Nightjar - with wings open on a post Caprimulgus europaeus David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Nightjar Caprimulgus europaea over heath Norfolk June

Nightjar Capremulgus europaea silhouetted on song post Norfolk June

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"Captivating Nightjar: A Mysterious Nocturnal Bird" In the enchanting month of June, a Nightjar Capremulgus europaea gracefully lands on a song post in Norfolk. Its presence evokes an air of serenity as it blends into the twilight. Another June night brings us closer to nature's symphony, as a male Nightjar Caprimulgus europaeus perches on a song post in North Norfolk. With its mesmerizing churring call, it adds an ethereal touch to the nocturnal ambiance. Venturing beyond borders, we discover the Egyptian Nightjar bird, captivating with its unique features and intriguing behavior. Nature never ceases to amaze us with its diverse wonders. Back in North Norfolk's embrace, another male Nightjar Caprimulgus europaeus takes flight in a mesmerizing display during June. Its graceful movements against the darkening sky leave spectators spellbound by this avian spectacle. The elusive beauty of the Nightjar bird continues to captivate our imagination. With their cryptic plumage and haunting calls, they embody mystery and allure under moonlit skies. Meanwhile, amidst Cley's marshes in July, a female Marsh Harrier Circus aeruginosus carries food back to her nest—a testament to nature's intricate web of life unfolding before our eyes. Returning once more to North Norfolk's scenic landscapes in June is yet another male Nightjar Caprimulgus europaeus showcasing his aerial prowess during his courtship dance. His wings create poetry against the fading light—an emblematic sight for those fortunate enough to witness it firsthand. Delving into history reveals lithographs from 1897 depicting eggs of European birds—a reminder that these delicate treasures have fascinated naturalists throughout time. Further south lies Arcos de la Frontera where we encounter a Red-necked nightjar (Caprimulgus ruficollis) diligently tending to its nest, carefully safeguarding the precious eggs within.