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Caprimulgiformes - Nightbirds

The birds in this order are nocturnal and eat insects. They have small feet and short, weak legs. Most species have large mouths that are often surround by whiskers or bristles.

rufous hummingbird

Classification

 Phylum: Chordata
 Class: Aves
 Order: Caprimulgiformes