Ooo! A Potoo!

Not That Mike The Other Mike
Close up of the face of a potoo, a rare bird with large bulging yellow eyes.

In the remote forests of Uruguay, a dedicated bird-watcher searches for the potoo, a mysterious bird whose ability to blend with the trees is perfect — or at least it would be if not for its big bug eyes. (found by Karen P.)

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4 thoughts on “Ooo! A Potoo!”

  1. allein 🐾 February 23, 2026 / 6:07 pm

    Potoo who?

  2. Tara February 23, 2026 / 8:24 pm

    wow! great video

  3. JenDeyan February 23, 2026 / 9:55 pm

    I LOVE these birds!

  4. Debg February 23, 2026 / 10:25 pm

    Pure magic. I gasped out loud at the end. What a delightful young birder. Now I want to rewatch The Residence.

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