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大林鴟 (Great Potoo)

Nyctibius grandis

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

Japanese オオタチヨタカ
Chinese 大林鴟
Spanish Nictibio (Puntepalo) Grande
French Grand Ibijau
German Riesentagschläfer
Portuguese urutau-grande
Russian Исполинский лесной козодой

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of 大林鴟?
The scientific name of 大林鴟 is Nyctibius grandis. It belongs to the genus Nyctibius.
What is the conservation status of 大林鴟?
大林鴟 (Nyctibius grandis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does 大林鴟 live?
大林鴟 is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, Venezuela.
What family does 大林鴟 belong to?
大林鴟 (Nyctibius grandis) belongs to the genus Nyctibius, which is part of the taxonomic family Nyctibiidae.
Is 大林鴟 endangered?
No, 大林鴟 (Nyctibius grandis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does 大林鴟 belong to?
大林鴟 (Nyctibius grandis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (动物界).
What are the closest relatives of 大林鴟?
The closest relatives of 大林鴟 in the genus Nyctibius include 北方林鴟, 安地斯林鴟, 林鸱, 白翅林鴟, 長尾林鴟.

Native Range — 4 Countries

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