About the White-winged Potoo
The white-winged potoo is a species of bird in the family Nyctibiidae. It is found in Brazil, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, Suriname, and Venezuela.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Nyctibiiformes |
| Family | Potoos (Nyctibiidae) |
| Species | Nyctibius leucopterus |
| Species Codes | whwpot1, WWPO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-winged Potoo belong to?
The White-winged Potoo (Nyctibius leucopterus) belongs to the Potoos family (Nyctibiidae), in the order Nyctibiiformes.
How can I identify the White-winged Potoo?
The white-winged potoo is a species of bird in the family Nyctibiidae. It is found in Brazil, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, Suriname, and Venezuela....
Where can I report a White-winged Potoo sighting?
You can log sightings of White-winged Potoo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whwpot1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Potoos 7 species
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Quick Stats
Nyctibiiformes
Order
7
Species in Family
48
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