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The savanna nightjar (Caprimulgus affinis) is a species of nightjar found in South and Southeast Asia. Eight subspecies are recognised: C. a. monticolus, C. a. amoyensis, C. a. stictomus, C. a. affinis, C. a. timorensis, C. a. griseatus, C. a. mindanensis and C. a. propinquus. Its habitat is open forest and areas with scrub. Its length is about 25 cm (9.8 in). The upperparts are brownish-grey and vermiculated, with pale brown speckles. The underparts are brown, with bars. The savanna nightjar is

The Great Eared Nightjar: a bird that looks like it belongs in a myth 🌙🐦 These secretive night-fliers rest camouflaged on the forest floor by day, then take to the skies at night to hunt insects. With its feathered “ears” and wide-eyed stare, it’s one of the most otherworldly-looking birds on Earth. A real creature that feels unreal. #GreatEaredNightjar #WildlifeReels #AnimalFacts #StrangeAnimals #birdsofinstagram | Discvr Blog