Measurements and functions of the pectinated claws and rictal bristles of Fiery-necked Nightjars Caprimulgus pectoralis and some congeners.

The article offers information on the measurements and functions of the pectinated claws and rictal bristles of Fiery-necked Nightjars. The Fiery-necked Nightjar sample sizes allow for comparisons between the sexes and between the four subspecies. Results also indicated that the function of the upper half of the rictal brisltes is protection of the eyes, while the lower half with prey capture.