Bird · GBIF taxon 2482492
Common Raven
Corvus coraxAlso known as Northern Raven, Western Raven
Common ravens are massive, glossy black birds celebrated for their extraordinary problem-solving abilities and complex aerial acrobatics. They form enduring lifelong pair bonds, working in tandem to defend vast territories and construct bulky stick nests on high cliffs or tall structures. Highly vocal and ecologically versatile, they communicate through a diverse repertoire of deep croaks, knocking sounds, and subtle mimicry.
IntelligentAdaptableBlack Plumage
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Least ConcernConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXLeast ConcernRed List categories, explained →
Diet & prey
- Carrion
- Rodents
- Insects
Predators
- Golden Eagle
- Great Horned Owl
- Coyote
ThreatsHistorical persecution, secondary poisoning, collisions with power lines
HabitatsForests, mountains, tundra, deserts, coastal cliffs, urban margins
Life span10–15 years in wild (up to 23+ years recorded)
Size / weightNot available
Classification
- OrderPasseriformes
- FamilyCorvidae
- GenusCorvus
- SpeciesCorvus corax
Range data is not available yet.
Interaction riskLow
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- Why interaction risk is low
- May aggressively defend nests or bite if cornered; observe from a respectful distance.
Responsible observation
- Observe Aerial Displays: Watch for acrobatic courtship flights, rolls, and dives during late winter.
- Listen for Calls: Distinguish them from crows by their deep, resonant guttural croaks.
- Maintain Nest Distance: Give active nests on cliffs or structures plenty of space to avoid distress.
Competitor Giles Laurent / CC BY-SA 4.0 · cc-by-sa
Symbiont User:Mas3cf / CC BY-SA 4.0 · cc-by-sa
Close Relative Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 3.0 · cc-by-sa
Close Relative (c) A.Davey, some rights reserved (CC BY) · cc-by
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