Thick-billed Raven
NameThick-billed Raven
Common NameThick-billed Raven
Scientific NameCorvus crassirostris
FamilyCorvidae
Wingspan (cm)81.5
Length (cm)62
Weight (g)1300
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is entirely glossy black, contrasting sharply with a distinctive white patch on the nape of the neck. The most striking feature is its enormous, strongly arched, black bill.
Vocalization / CallIts vocalizations include a deep, harsh croaking call, often described as a guttural 'kraa-kraa' or 'prruk-prruk', distinct from other raven species.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsmountain, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Horn of Africa, primarily inhabiting the highlands of Ethiopia and Eritrea, often found at elevations between 1,500 and 3,400 meters.
Identifying FeaturesMassive, strongly arched black bill, Prominent white patch on the nape, Large size, Glossy black plumage
Description
The Thick-billed Raven is a large, all-black corvid distinguished by its massive, arched bill and a prominent white patch on its nape. It is an intelligent and adaptable bird, typically found in the high-altitude regions of the Horn of Africa.
