Common Potoo

Nyctibius griseus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Nyctibiiformes · Nyctibiidae

About

The common potoo, or kakuy, or urutau 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.

Fun Fact

Common Potoos rest by day sitting upright on a broken branch stub, eyes nearly closed, perfectly disguised as dead wood.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Insectivore

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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