About the Common Potoo
The common potoo, also known as the kakuy or urutaú, is one of seven species of birds within the genus Nyctibius. It is notable for its large, yellow eyes and a wide mouth. Potoos are nocturnal and are related to nightjars and frogmouths. They lack the characteristic bristles around the mouths of true nightjars.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Nyctibiiformes |
| Family | Potoos (Nyctibiidae) |
| Species | Nyctibius griseus |
| Species Codes | compot1, CPOT, COPO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Common Potoo belong to?
The Common Potoo (Nyctibius griseus) belongs to the Potoos family (Nyctibiidae), in the order Nyctibiiformes.
How can I identify the Common Potoo?
The common potoo, also known as the kakuy or urutaú, is one of seven species of birds within the genus Nyctibius. It is notable for its large, yellow eyes and a wide mouth. Potoos are nocturnal and are related to nightjars and frogmouths. They lack the characteristic bristles around the mouths of tr...
Where can I report a Common Potoo sighting?
You can log sightings of Common Potoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code compot1, or on iNaturalist.
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