Star-spotted Nightjar
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    Star-spotted Nightjar

    Caprimulgus stellatus

    Iconic Birds
    Least Concern

    The star-spotted nightjar is a species of nightjar in the family Caprimulgidae. It is found in central Ethiopia, northern and northwestern Kenya and southern South Sudan.

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    Where to Find

    Top parks for Star-spotted Nightjar. Sightings recorded in 3 safari areas total.

    ● Common (500+ sightings)● Occasional (50-499)● Rare (<50)
    East Africa
    Awash National ParkCentral Rift Valley & Awash, Ethiopia
    Rare
    DinDin Controlled Hunting AreaEastern Lowlands & Somali Region, Ethiopia
    Rare
    Melka Sadi Controlled Hunting AreaCentral Rift Valley & Awash, Ethiopia
    Rare
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