Great Potoo

Great Potoo

Nyctibius grandis

Least Concern

Aves · Nyctibiiformes · Nyctibiidae

About

The great potoo or grand potoo is the largest potoo species and is widely distributed in Central and South America.

Fun Fact

The great potoo or grand potoo (Nyctibius grandis) is the largest potoo species and is widely distributed in Central and South America.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found mostly in dense lowland forests, forest edges, and clearings.

Diet

Prey consists mostly of large flying insects, especially large beetles, katydids and Orthoptera (including crickets and grasshoppers).

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance