Jerdon’s Nightjar (Caprimulgus atripennis) – A Comprehensive Study Taxonomy & Classification Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Aves Order: Caprimulgiformes Family: Caprimulgidae Genus: Caprimulgus Species: Caprimulgus atripennis The Jerdon’s Nightjar (Caprimulgus atripennis) is a nocturnal bird belonging to the family Caprimulgidae, which includes nightjars and nighthawks. This species is known for its cryptic plumage, silent flight, […]