The Eastern whip-poor-will is a vocal night-time forager who is attuned to the moon
November 6, 2024This native bird was named after its distinctive call
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Visit the field guideThe Eastern whip-poor-will is a nocturnal insectivore that is most active during summer, moonlit nights.
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