Buff-collared Nightjar

Antrostomus ridgwayi

The Buff-collared Nightjar is a medium-sized nocturnal bird found in Mexico and Central America. It has a distinctive buff-colored collar across its throat and a mottled brown and gray plumage that provides excellent camouflage against tree bark. This species is known for its unique call, a series of whistled notes that can be heard at dusk and dawn. Buff-collared Nightjars are often found in dry forests, scrublands, and open woodlands, where they forage for insects in flight. They are well-adapted to their nocturnal lifestyle, with large eyes and a wide gape for catching prey. Despite their widespread distribution, the population trends of Buff-collared Nightjars are not well-documented, and more research is needed to assess their conservation status.

Habitat: Dry forests, scrublands, open woodlands