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.

It sounds like this:

Napo River Clay lick
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Last updated on 30 June 2024