"- Common Nighthawk (Chordeiles minor)Common Nighthawks live in open areas such as clearings, rooftops of towns and cities, and anywhere that has a flat surface for nesting. They are most likely to be seen during dusk and dawn, but are active during the day and night also. They eat flying insects. Fossils of Common Nighthawks have been found throughout most of the United States dating back 400,000 years. They have a large wingspan of 20.9-22.4 in. and weigh 2.3-3.5 oz. Their call is similar to the American Woodcock's nasal ""peent"" but also make an ""auk auk auk"" noise. During mating, males ""boom"" with their wings by diving and flapping their wings. They are protected on the US Migratory Bird list."
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