This species gets together in a kind of lek - several calling at once, and occasionally flying up in a fluttering courtship display while singing this strange song. 06

About this sound

Identification
Chordeiles acutipennis (lesser nighthawk)
Contributors
Douglas Von Gausig, Naturesongs.com
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Subjects

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