A migratory species but with a shorter path than the similar but slightly larger [Common Nighthawk]. White patch below wing usually visible. Thin white band on wing seen during flight is closer to tip of wing than on [Common Nighthawk]. Male has a white partial collar around neck in front. |
Northern migrant. Compare to [Lesser Nighthawk]. White band on wing seen during flight is thinner than on Common [Pauraque], and further from tip than on [Lesser Nighthawk]. Note white throat on male is often hidden. Often active in the day, and often hunts from the air like a swallow. Possible female (no white throat). |