Western Wood-Pewee

Contopus sordidulus

The Western Wood-Pewee is a small, insect-eating bird found in western North America. It has a dull olive-gray upper body and a pale yellowish belly. Its primary habitat includes open woodlands, forest edges, and riparian areas. This species is known for its distinctive call, a plaintive 'pee-a-wee' often heard during the breeding season. Western Wood-Pewees primarily feed on flying insects, catching them in mid-air from a perch. They are considered to be of least concern in terms of conservation status, with stable populations across their range.

Habitat: Open woodlands, forest edges, riparian areas