Great eared nightjar

With golden plumage, a tiny beak obscured by fluff and huge round eyes, the great eared nightjar looks like a plump little dragon hatchling.

The great eared nightjar is one of the most fascinating birds in the world. It looks more like a dragon than it does a bird.

“was looking up pics of nightjars and discovered the Great Eared Nightjar... what an incredible bird”

The Great Eared Nightjar is a fascinating nocturnal bird known for its unique appearance and behavior. With its large, ear-like tufts of feathers atop its head, it has a distinctive silhouette that sets it apart in the twilight hours. Its cryptic mottled brown plumage provides excellent camouflage against tree bark or leaf litter, allowing it to blend seamlessly into its environment. When in flight, its silent wings and agile maneuvers evoke a sense of mystery and grace. Although it may…

Unique, feline-looking nightjar. Distinct ears and frequently erect posture distinguish it from many other nightjars. Plumage consists of complex shades of browns which can vanish into the background when perched. Noticeably long-tailed in flight. Inhabits forests, forest edges, and fields and plains with some tree cover. Gives a loud “bee-AHWEE!”

GREAT EARED NIGHTJAR

“Y’all wanna see some pictures of great eared nightjars”

UP Diliman Near NIGS October 2006 Nightjars are medium-sized nocturnal birds with long wings, short legs and very short bills that usually nest on the ground. Nightjars are sometimes referred to as goatsuckers from the mistaken belief that they suck milk from goats (the Latin for goatsucker is Caprimulgus). Some North American species are named as nighthawks. Nightjars are found around the world. They are mostly active in the late evening and early morning or at night, and feed predominantly…

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Nightjar

Great eared nightjar (Lyncornis macrotis) recently encountred in Thailand. : r/AIDKE

Unique, feline-looking nightjar. Distinct ears and frequently erect posture distinguish it from many other nightjars. Plumage consists of complex shades of browns which can vanish into the background when perched. Noticeably long-tailed in flight. Inhabits forests, forest edges, and fields and plains with some tree cover. Gives a loud “bee-AHWEE!”