Bird · GBIF taxon 2482503
Thick-billed Raven
Corvus crassirostrisThick-billed ravens dominate the skies of the Horn of Africa, instantly recognizable by their massive arched beaks capped with a prominent white patch on the nape. These formidable corvids soar effortlessly along high cliffs and mountain passes, using complex guttural croaks and harsh throat sounds to signal flock members. Highly opportunistic, they gather in noisy groups around mountain villages, slaughterhouses, and roadkill, working alongside vultures to claim choice scraps.
ScavengerEndemicHighland
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Least ConcernConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXLeast ConcernRed List categories, explained →
Diet & prey
- Carrion
- Insects
- Grains
Predators
- Verreaux's Eagle
- Lanner Falcon
ThreatsHabitat alteration, persecution, pesticide exposure
HabitatsHighland plateaus, mountain cliffs, rocky gorges, villages
Life span15–20 years
Size / weightNot available
Classification
- FamilyCorvidae
- SpeciesCorvus crassirostris
Range data is not available yet.
Interaction riskLow
- Low
- Moderate
- High
- Very high
- Why interaction risk is low
- Can deliver a powerful nip if cornered or handled; observe from a respectful distance.
Responsible observation
- Cliff Watching: Scan soaring birds along basalt ridges early in the day as thermals develop.
- Foraging Grounds: Observe flocks quietly around mountain village peripheries and open refuse sites.
Competitor 
Competitor (c) Lip Kee, some rights reserved (CC BY-SA) · cc-by-sa
Close Relative "Common Raven (Corvus corax)" by Franco Folini is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/. · cc-by-saClose Relative
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