falls, the Nightjar gets active. Large insects such as moths and beetles are caught in flight. The habitat is usually dry, semi-open to open areas. The nest is on the ground, usually under a tree. This year, three different territories of these mysterious species have been located in 'de Staatsbossen'.

Nachtzwaluw / European Nightjar Caprimulgus europaeus, adult vrouwtje / female, Staatsbossen, De Koog, Texel, 04-07-2014

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Nachtzwaluw / European Nightjar Caprimulgus europaeus, mannetje / male , zang / song, Staatsbossen, De Koog, Texel, 07-07-2014