Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forests and subtropical or tropical moist montanes.
The Eared Poorwill is classified as Least Concern. Does not qualify for a more at risk category. Widespread and abundant taxa are included in this category.
The Eared Poorwill (Nyctiphrynus mcleodii) is a species of nightjar in the Caprimulgidae family. It is endemic to Mexico. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forests and subtropical or tropical moist montanes. References - * BirdLife International 2004. * Nyctiphrynus mcleodii. 2006 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Downloaded on 24 July 2007. More