Gould's Frogmouth

Gould's Frogmouth

Batrachostomus stellatus

Near Threatened

Aves · Caprimulgiformes · Podargidae

About

Gould's frogmouth is a nocturnal species of bird in the order Caprimulgiformes and the family Podargidae. It is one of the 12 species in the Batrachostomus genus. Its common name commemorates the English ornithologist and bird artist John Gould (1804-1881).

Fun Fact

It is one of the 12 species in the Batrachostomus genus.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Lives in lowland forests, up to 500 metres elevation.

Diet

Insectivore

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Hunting and Collection
  • Climate Change