Plumage consists of complex shades of browns which can vanish into the background when perched Inhabits forests, forest edges, and fields and plains with some tree cover Unlike many other nightjars, often perches quite erect on branches In good lighting, note malaysian’s less contrasting crown and overall darker coloration Plumage consists of complex shades of browns which can vanish into the background when perched. Exotic species flags differentiate locally introduced species from native species.
Exotic species known or suspected to be escaped or released, including those that have bred but don't yet fulfill the criteria for provisional Escapee exotics do not count in official ebird totals Namesake “ears'' are often difficult to see Unlike many other nightjars, often perches quite erect on branches. A dark, cryptically patterned nightjar with a bold buff collar, and prominent pale gray patches on the upperparts In flight, note the small white mark on the outer wing.
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