Hispaniolan Pewee
NameHispaniolan Pewee
Common NameHispaniolan Pewee
Scientific NameContopus hispaniolensis
FamilyTyrannidae
Wingspan (cm)21
Length (cm)14.5
Weight (g)12
Plumage DetailsUpperparts are olive-gray to brownish-gray, with a slightly darker crown. Underparts are paler, grayish-white on the throat and belly, often with a yellowish wash on the flanks and undertail coverts. Wings are dark, sometimes showing two faint, pale wing bars, and the bill is dark with a paler base to the lower mandible.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a sharp 'chip' or 'peep' call, often given repeatedly. The song is typically described as a distinctive, somewhat slurred 'cheer-wee' or 'wee-cheer'.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the island of Hispaniola (Haiti and Dominican Republic) and its satellite islands, including Gonâve Island.
Identifying FeaturesSmall, drab olive-gray flycatcher, Upright perching posture, Relatively large head for its body size, Dark eye, Faint wing bars (often subtle), Restricted range to Hispaniola
Description
The Hispaniolan Pewee is a small, drab flycatcher endemic to the island of Hispaniola. It typically perches upright on exposed branches, sallying out to catch insects in flight. This species is often inconspicuous due to its muted plumage and preference for forest interiors.
