Ochraceous Pewee

Contopus ochraceus

The Ochraceous Pewee is a small tyrant flycatcher found in the highland forests of Central and South America. It is characterized by its olive-brown upperparts, pale underparts, and a distinctive eye-ring. This species is known for its distinctive 'pe-wee' call and its habit of perching on exposed branches to catch insects in mid-air. Ochraceous Pewees are often found in montane cloud forests and adjacent clearings, where they forage for insects in the understory and mid-canopy. They are known for their agile flight and can be observed darting between branches in search of prey.

Habitat: Highland forests and adjacent clearings