Cuban Pewee

Contopus caribaeus

The Cuban Pewee (Contopus caribaeus) is a small passerine bird native to Cuba and the Bahamas. It is known for its distinctive call, a clear 'pee-a-wee' sound. This bird is often found in open woodlands, forest edges, and gardens, where it perches on exposed branches to hunt for insects. The Cuban Pewee is a small bird with a grayish-olive upper body, a pale gray throat, and a yellowish belly. It has a short bill and a slightly crested head. This species is known for its acrobatic flycatching behavior, darting out to catch flying insects and returning to its perch. The Cuban Pewee is not currently considered to be at risk, and its population is stable.

Habitat: Open woodlands, forest edges, gardens