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Tikbahaw / Great-eared Nightjar / Tahaw (𝘓𝘺𝘯𝘤𝘰𝘳𝘯𝘪𝘴 𝘮𝘢𝘤𝘳𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘴)

Tikbahaw are the largest and easiest to distinguish because of their relatively long tail and wings. And, of course, their tufts – those on top of their head that look like ears; that’s why it’s great-eared. Locally, it’s called Lacayan, or tahaw, or Tikbahaw. The last two are based on their call. Tikbahaw are nocturnal, or active at night or from dusk. During daytime, they rest not on treetops but on the ground or felled trees. Their color combination is perfect for camouflage among soil, dried leaves, and twigs.


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