caprimulgus

• Sustantivo científico que designa el género tipo de la familia Caprimulgidae, que incluye a los chotacabras y especies afines, aves nocturnas de plumaje críptico que se alimentan de insectos al vuelo.

A scientific noun referring to the type genus of the bird family Caprimulgidae, which includes nightjars and related species.

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1. Type genus of the CaprimulgidaeC2formalscientific

   A genus of nocturnal birds commonly known as nightjars, characterized by their cryptic plumage and insectivorous diet.

   Caprimulgus (género de chotacabras)

   • The Caprimulgus genus includes species like the European nightjar.
   • Ornithologists study the migratory patterns of Caprimulgus birds.
   • Caprimulgus species are known for their distinctive churring calls.