Alpine Chough
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Alpine Chough
Pyrrhocorax graculus
Alpine Choughs are clever black birds that live in the high mountains. They are excellent fliers and can do tricks in the air. These birds are very social and like to play with each other.
Habitat: Mountain regions
Appearance
The Alpine Chough is a sleek, medium-sized bird with glossy black feathers. It is distinguished by its bright yellow beak and vibrant red legs, which contrast sharply with its dark plumage.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderPasseriformesFamilyCorvidaeGenusPyrrhocorax
Category
BirdsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Snaps
3
Interesting facts
Alpine Choughs can survive in incredibly thin mountain air, even at altitudes over 8,000 meters!
Their unique call, often sounding like "chee-ow," gives them their "chough" name.
These clever birds can learn to recognize individual humans and even beg for food!
They often gather in large, noisy flocks, especially during the non-breeding season.
Special abilities
Ability
High-Altitude Navigator
Alpine Chough can expertly navigate thin mountain air because of its strong wings and efficient respiratory system.
Ability
Aerial Acrobat
Alpine Chough has incredible flight agility that helps them perform spectacular dives and glides in strong mountain winds.
Ability
Clever Forager
Alpine Chough can find diverse food sources because of its intelligence and adaptability to various alpine environments.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 37-40 cm
- Wingspan
- 65-75 cm
- Weight
- 0.19-0.27 kg
- Lifespan
- 6-10 years
- Top Speed
- 70 km/h
- Clutch Size
- 3-6
- Incubation
- 18-21 days
Diet & Feeding
An omnivore, it eats insects, berries, seeds, and sometimes food left by people.
Primary Foods
- insects
- larvae
- berries
- seeds
- spiders
- human food scraps
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
eaten by
Golden Eagle
Aquila chrysaetos
A major avian predator in mountain habitats.
hunts
Mountain Grasshopper
Podisma pedestris
A common insect prey in its alpine range.
eats
Bilberry
Vaccinium myrtillus
Relies on its fruit for food in late summer.
Traits
Wildlife
Wildlife encompasses all undomesticated animal and plant life existing in their natural habitats.
Feathered
Feathered describes animals, primarily birds, possessing a covering of feathers.
Social
Social animals live in organized groups, cooperating for survival benefits such as foraging, defense, and raising offspring.
Aerial
Aerial creatures spend a significant portion of their lives airborne, utilizing flight for various activities such as hunting, migration, or nesting.
Omnivorous
This trait identifies organisms whose diet includes both plant and animal matter.
Tool Use
This trait describes organisms that manipulate external objects to achieve a specific goal.
Mountain
This habitat trait identifies species found in mountainous regions, characterized by high elevation, steep slopes, and varying climate zones.
Also known as
ChoughYellow-billed Chough
Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Enjoy watching Alpine Choughs from a safe distance and avoid disturbing their nests.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Alpine Chough?
37-40 cm
What is Alpine Chough's wingspan?
65-75 cm
How much does Alpine Chough weigh?
0.19-0.27 kg
How long does Alpine Chough live?
6-10 years
How fast can Alpine Chough move?
70 km/h
What does Alpine Chough eat?
An omnivore, it eats insects, berries, seeds, and sometimes food left by people.
Where is Alpine Chough usually found?
Mountain regions
How does Alpine Chough hunt?
Foraging
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