Common Poorwill
Phalaenoptilus nuttallii
The common poorwill is a nocturnal bird of the family Caprimulgidae, the nightjars. The bird's habitat is dry, open areas with grasses or shrubs, and even stony desert slopes with very little vegetation
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Community Sightings
Recent observations from the iNaturalist community
Jan 7, 2026
Carquinez Strait Regional Shoreline, Contra Costa County, US-CA, US
byMichael Warner
Research Grade
· 2 IDs
Jan 6, 2026
Maverick Dr, Alpine, TX, US
byMothington
Research Grade
· 1 ID
Jan 1, 2026
Avenue D, Alpine, TX, US
bystephenfalick
Research Grade
· 2 IDs
Dec 27, 2025
Cache Creek Wildlife Area, Lake County, US-CA, US
bytimx1138
Research Grade
· 1 ID