About the Jamaican Pewee
The Jamaican Pewee (Contopus pallidus) 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 jampew1 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 pallidus |
| Species Codes | jampew1, JPEW, JAPE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Jamaican Pewee belong to?
The Jamaican Pewee (Contopus pallidus) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Jamaican Pewee?
The Jamaican 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 Jamaican Pewee sighting?
You can log sightings of Jamaican Pewee on eBird (ebird.org) using species code jampew1, or on iNaturalist.