Large-tailed Nightjars (Caprimulgus macrurus) feed on moths and other night-flying insects. They are particularly fond of flying termite swarms.

They perch-and-wait then swoop down and catch prey on the wing, flying low over the ground, swerving from side to side. Long pointed wings and tails make them acrobatic and silent fliers. They sometimes perch on street lamps, snapping up the insects attracted to the light, particularly after heavy rains. Or they may fly slowly about while keeping a look out (quartering). They are most active at dusk. Write up by Ria Tan