Mariana Crow
NameMariana Crow
Common NameMariana Crow
Scientific NameCorvus kubaryi
FamilyCorvidae
Wingspan (cm)75
Length (cm)38.5
Weight (g)245
Plumage DetailsEntirely glossy black plumage, often showing a purplish-blue sheen in good light. The bill and legs are also black.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a variety of calls, such as harsh 'caw' notes, gurgles, and whistles. They have a complex repertoire of sounds.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statuscritically-endangered
Geographic RangeEndemic to the islands of Guam and Rota in the Mariana Islands, Micronesia.
Identifying Featuresall-black plumage, stout, slightly arched bill, relatively small size for a crow, distinctive vocalizations, restricted island range
Description
The Mariana Crow is a medium-sized, all-black crow endemic to the Mariana Islands. It is known for its intelligence and adaptability, foraging in the canopy and understory of its forest habitat. This species is critically endangered due to habitat loss and predation.
