About the Southern Tropical Pewee
The Southern Tropical Pewee (Contopus cinereus) 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 tropew3 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 cinereus |
| Species Codes | tropew3, TROP, STPE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Southern Tropical Pewee belong to?
The Southern Tropical Pewee (Contopus cinereus) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Southern Tropical Pewee?
The Southern Tropical 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 Southern Tropical Pewee sighting?
You can log sightings of Southern Tropical Pewee on eBird (ebird.org) using species code tropew3, or on iNaturalist.
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