About the Tumbes Pewee
The Tumbes Pewee (Contopus punensis) 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 tropew2 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 punensis |
| Species Codes | tropew2, TROP, TUPE, WTPE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Tumbes Pewee belong to?
The Tumbes Pewee (Contopus punensis) belongs to the Tyrant Flycatchers family (Tyrannidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Tumbes Pewee?
The Tumbes 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 Tumbes Pewee sighting?
You can log sightings of Tumbes Pewee on eBird (ebird.org) using species code tropew2, or on iNaturalist.