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Great Potoo

Nyctibius grandis

Classification

Class
Aves

The great potoo or grand potoo (Nyctibius grandis) is the largest potoo species and is widely distributed in Central and South America. Much like owls, this species is nocturnal. It preys on large insects and small vertebrates, which it captures in sallies from high perches.

Distribution

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Countries in the Picchu catalog
Brazil · 3,501Peru · 2,964