Northern Potoo

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ジャマイカタチヨタカ

Chinese 北方林鴟

Spanish Nictibio jamaicano

French Ibijau jamaïcain

German Mexikotagschläfer

Portuguese urutau-jamaicano

Russian Ямайский лесной козодой

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Great Potoo

Nyctibius grandis

Least Concern

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Long-tailed Potoo

Nyctibius aethereus

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White-winged Potoo

Nyctibius leucopterus

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Northern Potoo?

The scientific name of Northern Potoo is Nyctibius jamaicensis. It belongs to the genus Nyctibius.

What is the conservation status of Northern Potoo?

Northern Potoo (Nyctibius jamaicensis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Northern Potoo live?

Northern Potoo is found in Found in Norway.. Countries include Norway.

What family does Northern Potoo belong to?

Northern Potoo (Nyctibius jamaicensis) belongs to the genus Nyctibius, which is part of the taxonomic family Nyctibiidae.

Is Northern Potoo endangered?

No, Northern Potoo (Nyctibius jamaicensis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Northern Potoo belong to?

Northern Potoo (Nyctibius jamaicensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Northern Potoo?

The closest relatives of Northern Potoo in the genus Nyctibius include Andean Potoo, Common Potoo, Great Potoo, Long-tailed Potoo, White-winged Potoo.