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Nightjars Collection

Nightjars, also known as swifts or needle-tail swifts, are fascinating nocturnal birds that captivate with their unique features and behaviors

Background imageNightjars Collection: Swift, Needle tail Swift, red Necked Nightjar, Nightjar, Egyptian Nightjar, Alpine Swift

Swift, Needle tail Swift, red Necked Nightjar, Nightjar, Egyptian Nightjar, Alpine Swift
3708930 Swift, Needle tail Swift, red Necked Nightjar, Nightjar, Egyptian Nightjar, Alpine Swift, pub. by Book Club Associates, 1972 (colour litho) by Thorburn

Background imageNightjars Collection: Common Nighthawk (Chordeiles minor) flying, Texas, USA

Common Nighthawk (Chordeiles minor) flying, Texas, USA

Background imageNightjars Collection: Common Poorwill (Phalaenoptilus nuttallii) flying, Arizona, USA

Common Poorwill (Phalaenoptilus nuttallii) flying, Arizona, USA

Background imageNightjars Collection: Anthonys Nightjar (Nyctidromus anthonyi), Ecuador

Anthonys Nightjar (Nyctidromus anthonyi), Ecuador

Background imageNightjars Collection: Eastern Whip-poor-will (Antrostomus vociferus), Ontario, Canada

Eastern Whip-poor-will (Antrostomus vociferus), Ontario, Canada

Background imageNightjars Collection: Buff-collared Nightjar (Antrostomus ridgwayi), Arizona, USA

Buff-collared Nightjar (Antrostomus ridgwayi), Arizona, USA

Background imageNightjars Collection: Picture No. 11066647

Picture No. 11066647
Large-tailed Nightjar perched on branch. far north Cape York, Queensland, Australia. Date:

Background imageNightjars Collection: Picture No. 11066648

Picture No. 11066648
Large-tailed Nightjar perched on branch. far north Cape York, Queensland, Australia. Date:

Background imageNightjars Collection: White-tailed Nightjar (Caprimulgus cayennensis) adult, perched on branch at daytime roost, Tobago

White-tailed Nightjar (Caprimulgus cayennensis) adult, perched on branch at daytime roost, Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago, November

Background imageNightjars Collection: Blackish Nightjar (Caprimulgus nigrescens) adult male, standing on rocks, San Isidro

Blackish Nightjar (Caprimulgus nigrescens) adult male, standing on rocks, San Isidro, Napo Province, Ecuador, February

Background imageNightjars Collection: Indian Nightjar (Caprimulgus asiaticus) adult, close-up of head, Keoladeo Ghana N. P

Indian Nightjar (Caprimulgus asiaticus) adult, close-up of head, Keoladeo Ghana N. P
Indian Nightjar (Caprimulgus asiaticus) adult, close-up of head, Keoladeo Ghana N.P. (Bharatpur), Rajasthan, India, December

Background imageNightjars Collection: Nightjar at nest with two eggs- Staverton Park Suffolk. Taken by Eric Hosking in 1945

Nightjar at nest with two eggs- Staverton Park Suffolk. Taken by Eric Hosking in 1945

Background imageNightjars Collection: Nightjar with mouth open- Staverton Park Suffolk. Taken by Eric Hosking in 1945

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

Background imageNightjars Collection: Nightjar, July 1949, Brand 17 Camera, Tessar 8. 5inch lens, F/32, High Speed Flash 1/10

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

Background imageNightjars Collection: White-tailed Nightjar (Caprimulgus cayennensis) adult, perched on stick at night, Trinidad

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

Background imageNightjars Collection: Egyptian Nightjar (Caprimulgus aegyptius) adult, roosting on sand in desert during daytime

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

Background imageNightjars Collection: Fiery-necked Nightjar (Caprimulgus pectoralis) adult, sitting on ground at night

Fiery-necked Nightjar (Caprimulgus pectoralis) adult, sitting on ground at night, Leopard Hills Game Reserve, Greater Kruger N.P. South Africa, May

Background imageNightjars Collection: Nightjar JAB 1870 Male Caprimulgus europaeus © J. A. Bailey / ardea. com

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

Background imageNightjars Collection: Spotted Nightjars - camouflaged pair sleeping at the base of a Mulga bush - St Teresa's Rd

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

Background imageNightjars Collection: European Nightjar (Caprimulgus europaeus) Eggs and chick

European Nightjar (Caprimulgus europaeus) Eggs and chick

Background imageNightjars Collection: Eurasian Nightjar (Caprimulgus europaeus) adult, in threat display at nest towards approaching

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

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

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

Background imageNightjars Collection: Grey Nightjar (Caprimulgus indicus) adult, roosting on branch, Krung Ching, Thailand, february

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

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

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

Background imageNightjars Collection: Scissor-tailed Nightjar (Hydropsalis torquata furcifera) adult male

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

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

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

Background imageNightjars Collection: Eurasian Nightjar (Caprimulgus europaeus) adult male, churring on song post in heathland at night

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

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

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

Background imageNightjars Collection: Rufous Nightjar (Caprimulgus rufus) adult, resting on ground at night, Rupununi, Guyana

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

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

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

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

Background imageNightjars Collection: Nightjar - with young - Lizard - Cornwall - UK

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

Background imageNightjars Collection: Nightjar - Lizard - Cornwall - UK

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

Background imageNightjars Collection: Nightjar - on ground in evening - Cornwall - UK

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

Background imageNightjars Collection: Spotted Nightjar - Note grasshopper beyond bird, the reason these birds are seen on roads

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

Background imageNightjars Collection: Nightjar - on a post

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

Background imageNightjars Collection: Nightjar - on the ground

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

Background imageNightjars Collection: Nightjar - on a rock

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

Background imageNightjars Collection: Nightjar - with wings open on a post

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

Background imageNightjars Collection: Madagascar Nightjar in spiny forest - Berenty Private Reserve - Southern Madagascar

Madagascar Nightjar in spiny forest - Berenty Private Reserve - Southern Madagascar
MAR-1285 Madagascar Nightjar in spiny forest Berenty Private Reserve - Southern Madagascar Caprimulgus madagascariensis Thomas Marent Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageNightjars Collection: Madagascar Nightjar in spiny forest - Berenty Private Reserve - Southern Madagascar

Madagascar Nightjar in spiny forest - Berenty Private Reserve - Southern Madagascar
MAR-1284 Madagascar Nightjar in spiny forest Berenty Private Reserve - Southern Madagascar Caprimulgus madagascariensis Thomas Marent Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Background imageNightjars Collection: Nightjar

Nightjar
WAG-305 Nightjar - on branch, at dusk Caprimulgus europaeus Wolfgang Wagner Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Background imageNightjars Collection: Mozambique Nightjar - South Luangwa National Park Zambia

Mozambique Nightjar - South Luangwa National Park Zambia
MAB-801 Mozambique Nightjar - South Luangwa National Park Zambia Caprimulhus clarus Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way



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Nightjars, also known as swifts or needle-tail swifts, are fascinating nocturnal birds that captivate with their unique features and behaviors. From the red-necked nightjar to the Egyptian nightjar, these species showcase a remarkable diversity. In Texas, USA, the common nighthawk gracefully soars through the darkened skies. Its agile flight and distinctive call make it a true marvel to behold. Meanwhile, in Arizona's vast landscapes, the common poorwill takes flight with silent wings, blending seamlessly into its surroundings. Venturing north to Ontario, Canada, we find the enchanting Eastern whip-poor-will echoing its melodic song throughout moonlit forests. This elusive creature is a symbol of tranquility amidst nature's embrace. Arizona once again becomes home to another intriguing species - the buff-collared nightjar. With its cryptic plumage and mesmerizing aerial displays at dusk, this bird never fails to leave spectators in awe of its beauty. Traveling further south to Ecuador unveils Anthony's nightjar gracing us with its presence. Endemic to this region's lush rainforests, it enchants observers with its mysterious allure under starry canopies. Even British Columbia in Canada has been blessed by nature's wonders as it welcomes back the common poorwill during migration seasons. These resilient birds remind us of our interconnectedness across borders and continents. Back in Arizona once more stands the buff-collared nightjar in all its glory - soaring effortlessly through twilight hues while leaving trails of amazement behind. Captured forever on picture No. 11066647 and picture No. 11066648 is an extraordinary sight - a white-tailed nightjar perched on a branch at its daytime roost in Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago. A rare glimpse into their hidden world reveals their delicate features up close.