Ladder-tailed Nightjar (Hydropsalis climacocerca)

This ladder-tailed nightjar (Hydropsalis climacocerca) is on the bank of the Napo River between the two clay licks. Nightjars are one my favorite birds, as they have incredible sounds, are elusive by night, and very hard to find during day – unless you know where they usually roost, like is the case here.

Ladder-tailed Nightjar (Hydropsalis climacocerca)

It sounds like this:

Napo River Clay lick
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Last updated on 8 November 2024