About the Rufous Potoo
The rufous potoo is a species of bird in the family Nyctibiidae. It is the only member of the genus Phyllaemulor. It is found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Suriname Guyana, Peru, and Venezuela.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Nyctibiiformes |
| Family | Potoos (Nyctibiidae) |
| Species | Phyllaemulor bracteatus |
| Species Codes | rufpot1, RUPO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous Potoo belong to?
The Rufous Potoo (Phyllaemulor bracteatus) belongs to the Potoos family (Nyctibiidae), in the order Nyctibiiformes.
How can I identify the Rufous Potoo?
The rufous potoo is a species of bird in the family Nyctibiidae. It is the only member of the genus Phyllaemulor. It is found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Suriname Guyana, Peru, and Venezuela....
Where can I report a Rufous Potoo sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous Potoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rufpot1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Nyctibiiformes
Order
7
Species in Family
81
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