Common potoo
Many view the potoo's eyes as creepy and haunting.
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common potoo in flight
The wingspan of the common potoo can reach up to 31.7 inches.
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common potoo
The common potoo, pictured here, is a nocturnal bird.
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closeup of potoo
Potoos largely feed on large insects, bats, or the occasional small bird.
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great potoo in tree
The neutral coloring of the great potoo helps it blend in as it snoozes in the tree.
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potoo looking at the camera
The greatest threat to the potoo is habitat destruction.
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