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Which birds compete with frogmouths and owlet-frogmouths for insect prey?

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Male common nightjar (Caprimulgus europaeus) landing — Caprimulgiform Male common nightjar (*Caprimulgus europaeus*) landing

The primary competitors of frogmouths and owlet-frogmouths for insect prey are insectivorous owls.

While these birds share similar habitats—such as forested savannas, forest edges, and open forests—competition is minimized by differences in their specific food preferences and hunting methods. Additionally, owlet-frogmouths face competition from various diurnal species when seeking suitable nesting sites, as they are hole-nesters.1