WILD FACTS

EASTERN WOOD PEWEE

Average Size

Length: 6-6.5 in. long
Wgt.: 10-15g

Food

Small flying insects

Breeding and Young

Reproductive biology in need of more study; likely one brood per season, 2-4 eggs per clutch, incubation likely by female only; incubation about two weeks and young leave nest in around two weeks; cowbird host

Life Expectancy

Estimated at greater than 7 years but not well studied

Threats

Found along edges and open woodlands as well as interior forest with some openings. Pesticides may affect diet and condition of individuals and some birds likely killed in collisions with structures like TV towers. Significant declines in population over last 25 years warrants close attention.

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