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Carrion Crow

Corvus corone

Carrion crows are clever birds with shiny black feathers. They often gather in groups and can be seen hopping around parks and fields.

Habitat: Open fields, parks, and woodlands

Appearance

The Carrion Crow is a medium-sized bird entirely covered in sleek, glossy black plumage, including its strong beak and legs. It has a robust, compact body shape, visually distinct from the shaggy-throated raven or the grey-necked hooded crow.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderPasseriformesFamilyCorvidaeGenusCorvus
Carrion Crow
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Carrion Crow

Category

Birds

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Snaps

9

Interesting facts

Carrion crows sometimes 'mob' larger birds of prey, working together to chase them out of their territory!

Crows sometimes engage in playful behavior, like sliding down snowy roofs or dropping and catching objects mid-flight!

These clever birds have been observed dropping nuts onto roads, letting cars crack them open for an easy meal!

They can remember human faces for years, even alerting other crows to "dangerous" people they recognize!

Special abilities

Ability

Clever Toolmaker

Carrion Crows can use twigs or stones as tools to access food because this helps them forage efficiently for hidden treats.

Ability

Puzzle Solver

Carrion Crows can solve complex puzzles to get food because their high intelligence helps them adapt to new challenges easily.

Ability

Memory Master

Carrion Crows can remember individual human faces for years because this intelligence helps them identify friends or foes.

Measurements & details

Length
45-50 cm
Wingspan
84-100 cm
Weight
0.4-0.6 kg
Lifespan
10-15 years
Top Speed
55 km/h
Clutch Size
3-6
Incubation
18-19 days

Diet & Feeding

Carrion Crows are omnivores, eating almost anything they can find, from insects and seeds to human refuse!

Primary Foods

  • Insects
  • Worms
  • Seeds
  • Fruits
  • Carrion
  • Eggs
  • Small mammals

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

Traits

Also known as

Black CrowCorvid

Collections

Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Carrion crows are not dangerous, but it's best to enjoy watching them from a distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to identify Carrion Crow?

The easiest way to identify Carrion Crow is to use the Snappit nature identifier app.

How long is Carrion Crow?

45-50 cm

What is Carrion Crow's wingspan?

84-100 cm

How much does Carrion Crow weigh?

0.4-0.6 kg

How long does Carrion Crow live?

10-15 years

How fast can Carrion Crow move?

55 km/h

What does Carrion Crow eat?

Carrion Crows are omnivores, eating almost anything they can find, from insects and seeds to human refuse!

Where is Carrion Crow usually found?

Open fields, parks, and woodlands

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