Ochraceous Pewee
A species of Pewees Scientific name : Contopus ochraceus Genus : Pewees
Ochraceous Pewee, A species of Pewees
Botanical name: Contopus ochraceus
Genus: Pewees
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Description
The ochraceous pewee (Contopus ochraceus) is a species of bird in the family Tyrannidae. It is found in Costa Rica and western Panama. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. 
Size
16 cm
Nest Placement
Tree
Feeding Habits
Ochraceous Pewee's diet consists mainly of insects such as hymenopterans, dipterans, lepidopterans, and coleopterans. Ochraceous Pewee forages by perching and catching prey mid-flight, showcasing a specialized aerial hunting skill. Unique dietary preferences or adaptations are not specified.
Habitat
The ochraceous Pewee is typically found in montane oak forests with a broken canopy, favoring areas with tall second growth. These birds thrive especially near streams, in treefall gaps, and along forest borders. Their preferred elevation ranges between 2200 and 3000 meters, where they inhabit regions that support their specific forest ecosystem requirements.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Photo By Dubi Shapiro 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Tyrant flycatchers Genus
Pewees Species
Ochraceous Pewee 
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