About the Cuban Pewee
The Cuban Pewee (Contopus caribaeus) 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 cubpew1 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 caribaeus |
| Species Codes | cubpew1, CUPE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Cuban Pewee belong to?
The Cuban Pewee (Contopus caribaeus) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Cuban Pewee?
The Cuban 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 Cuban Pewee sighting?
You can log sightings of Cuban Pewee on eBird (ebird.org) using species code cubpew1, or on iNaturalist.