Potoos (Nyctibiidae)

One of the most mysterious birds from our country!
They are Master of Camouflage: Potoos are famous for their ability to blend in perfectly with tree branches. During the day, they sit motionless, looking exactly like a broken stump or part of the tree. This makes them nearly invisible to predators and humans alike.
Did you know they are not owls?! 😱

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