About the Blackish Pewee
The Blackish Pewee (Contopus nigrescens) is a species of bird in the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 442 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code blapew1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tyrant Flycatchers (Tyrannidae) |
| Species | Contopus nigrescens |
| Species Codes | blapew1, BLPE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Blackish Pewee belong to?
The Blackish Pewee (Contopus nigrescens) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Blackish Pewee?
The Blackish Pewee is a member of the Tyrant Flycatchers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Blackish Pewee sighting?
You can log sightings of Blackish Pewee on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blapew1, or on iNaturalist.