Common Raven
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NameCommon Raven
Common NameCommon Raven
Scientific NameCorvus corax
FamilyCorvidae
Wingspan (cm)130
Length (cm)63
Weight (g)1100
Plumage DetailsEntirely glossy black plumage, often with an iridescent purple-blue sheen visible in good light. The feathers on the throat are shaggy.
Vocalization / CallKnown for a wide range of vocalizations, including deep, resonant 'cronk' or 'pruk' calls, various croaks, gurgles, rattles, and even mimicry.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountains, tundra, deserts, coastlines, urban areas
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeHolarctic distribution, found across the Northern Hemisphere, including North America, Europe, Asia, and North Africa. It is one of the most widespread birds in the world.
Identifying Featureslarge size (largest passerine), heavy, thick bill, shaggy throat feathers, wedge-shaped tail (especially visible in flight), deep, croaking calls
Description
The Common Raven is a large, all-black passerine bird known for its intelligence and adaptability. It possesses a heavy bill and shaggy throat feathers, often seen soaring or perched in various habitats.
