White-winged Potoo
Nyctibius leucopterus
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A small potoo (24-27 cm) recently described from the Atlantic Forest of eastern Brazil. White patches on wing coverts distinguish it from other potoos. Nocturnal insectivore of humid lowland forest. Classified as Near Threatened due to severe Atlantic Forest fragmentation.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 36,8 cm | 14.5 in |
| Poids | 87,5 g | 3.09 oz |
Identification
Plumage
Small potoo; brown upperparts with black streaks and buff mottling; distinctive white or pale buff wing coverts creating paler wing panel; underparts pale buff with dark streaks; smaller and paler-winged than other potoos.
Habitat & Range
Répartition géographique
Found in the eastern Amazon basin of Brazil and adjacent Suriname. Rare and restricted to upland forest in the Guiana Shield. Poorly known.
Diet & Feeding
Nocturnal aerial insectivore; launches from a branch perch to catch large flying insects including hawk-moths and beetles.
Statut de conservation
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Incubation: 33 days.
Taille de la couvée
1
Son
Chant
High, thin whistled wail; lighter and airier than other potoos; calls at night from Amazonian forest; descending mournful phrase; smaller size reflected in higher pitch
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Caprimulgiformes (Nightjars & Swifts) |
| Famille | Nyctibiidae (Potoos) |
| Genus | Nyctibius |
| Espèces | Nyctibius leucopterus |
Distribution
White-winged Potoo has been recorded in 3 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Nyctibiidae family