Eastern Whip-poor-will




Eastern Whip-poor-will


Eastern Whip-poor-will
(Antrostomus vociferus)

Order:  Caprimulgiformes
Family:  Caprimulgidae





Photo by Reago & McClarren [CC 2.0]

Eastern Whip-poor-will Information

Length:  9 - 10"

Breeding Habitat:  Open deciduous or mixed woodlands, especially young second-growth forests. Prefers fairly dry woods near fields or other open areas.

Diet:  Night-flying insects, including moths,
mosquitoes, and flying beetles; some non-flying
insects such as grasshoppers, ants, and crickets.

  The song of the Eastern Whip-poor-will


  Identification tips for Eastern Whip-poor-will


Additional Information

Eastern Whip-poor-will
Habitat, feeding behavior, nesting, migration, and conservation status. Includes range map and the songs and calls of this bird. (From Audubon)


Eastern Whip-poor-will

Eastern Whip-poor-will

© Mike Danzenbaker


Breeding Bird Survey Map,
2011-2015


Eastern Whip-poor-will Breeding Map

(Image credit: USGS)


Range in New England


The Eastern Whip-poor-will breeds locally throughout New England, excluding parts of northwestern Maine.

In the fall, this bird migrates to Florida, Mexico, and Central America. It can also be found wintering along the Gulf Coast of the U.S.


Winter Sightings Map from eBird


Sightings of the Eastern Whip-poor-will Dec-Feb over past 10 years (2009-2019)


Christmas Bird Count Map
Historical CBC Map from USGS