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| Steatornis caripensis |
The Oilbird (Steatornis caripensis) is a slim, long-winged bird related to the nightjars. It is found in the northern areas of South America.
This nocturnal species, uniquely, is a specialist feeder on the fruit of the oil-palm. All the nightjars and their other relatives are insectivores.
The Oilbird's feet are small and almost useless.
During the day these birds rest on cave ledges. The nest is a heap of droppings, on which 2-4 white eggs are laid.
The relationships with other species is as below: