00:00As daylight fades, a mysterious bird begins its evening adventure, the common nighthawk.
00:07Despite its name, it isn't a hawk.
00:10It's a nightbird, specially adapted for catching insects in flight.
00:15Look for the bright white patches on its wings.
00:18They flash like little signals as it swoops through the air.
00:23Its favorite meal is flying insects.
00:25It catches them while airborne, often feeding at dusk or after dark.
00:31During its dramatic dives, air rushing through its winged feathers can create a distinctive booming sound.
00:38From rooftops to open fields, the common nighthawk turns the evening sky into its hunting ground.
