Scientific Name: Caprimulgus macrurus
Malay Name: Tukang Biasa
Chinese Name: 长尾夜鹰
Range:
Breeding Range: (OR, AU) e India to n Australia
Taxonomy:
Polytypic. Subspecies are: albonotatus, bimaculatus, macrurus, salvadorii, johnsoni, schlegelii
Local Subspecies: bimaculatus
Size: 31.5-33 cm
Similar looking species: Savanna Nightjar, Grey Nightjar
Local Status: Common resident
Photos:
Large-tailed Nightjar at Pasir Ris Park. Photo Credit: Francis Yap
Large-tailed Nightjar family at Eng Neo Ave. Photo Credit: Francis Yap
Large-tailed Nightjar at Lorong Halus. Photo Credit: Francis Yap
External Links:
Conservation Status: IUCN Red List Page
Photos: Oriental Bird Images
Sound Recordings: xeno-canto Link
Wikipedia Entry: Wikipedia Link
