FIERY NECKED NIGHTJAR Caprimulgus pectoralis

They are the most common nightjar in the area and have a well known call which can be interpreted as 'good lord deliver us'. They get their name from a band of russet coloured feathers around the neck area. They will often be found in the road at night from where they are able to pick up insects in the air. They will breed from August to December and lay the eggs under bushes on the ground. The female will incubate for around 18-19 days.