About the Andean Potoo
The Andean potoo is a species of bird in the family Nyctibiidae. It is found in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Nyctibiiformes |
| Family | Potoos (Nyctibiidae) |
| Species | Nyctibius maculosus |
| Species Codes | andpot1, ANPO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Andean Potoo belong to?
The Andean Potoo (Nyctibius maculosus) belongs to the Potoos family (Nyctibiidae), in the order Nyctibiiformes.
How can I identify the Andean Potoo?
The Andean potoo is a species of bird in the family Nyctibiidae. It is found in Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela....
Where can I report a Andean Potoo sighting?
You can log sightings of Andean Potoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code andpot1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Nyctibiiformes
Order
7
Species in Family
102
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