New Caledonian Crow
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New Caledonian Crow
Corvus moneduloides
The New Caledonian Crow is a clever bird known for using tools to find food. It has shiny black feathers and a sharp beak, making it a skilled problem solver in the forest.
Habitat: Forest
Appearance
The New Caledonian Crow has glossy black feathers across its entire body, giving it a sleek appearance. It features a distinctive slender, straight bill, which is proportionally longer than that of most other crow species, helping it manipulate objects. Its dark eyes blend into its dark head.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderPasseriformesFamilyCorvidaeGenusCorvus
Category
BirdsRarity
Rare
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
New Caledonian Crows can even use rocks to displace water and get food!
These clever birds can solve problems as well as a 7-year-old child!
They can make up to three different tools for one tricky task!
They learn new tricks simply by watching other crows perform them!
Special abilities
Ability
Tool Architect
New Caledonian Crows can craft complex hooked tools from twigs and leaves because of their incredible problem-solving skills.
Ability
Causal Navigator
New Caledonian Crows understand cause and effect, which helps them use multiple tools in sequence to reach food.
Ability
Future Planner
New Caledonian Crows cache their favorite tools for later use, showing impressive planning for future tasks.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 36-43 cm
- Wingspan
- 45-50 cm
- Weight
- 0.17-0.3 kg
- Lifespan
- 15-20 years
- Top Speed
- 55 km/h
- Clutch Size
- 2-4
- Incubation
- 19-21 days
Diet & Feeding
These clever crows are omnivores, eating insects, fruits, seeds, and even tiny critters!
Primary Foods
- Beetle Larvae
- Spiders
- Crickets
- Snails
- Fruit
- Seeds
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
hunts
New Caledonian Longhorn Beetle
Rhytiphora pulverulenta
Extracts larvae from wood using tools.
eats
Screw Pine
Pandanus tectorius
Consumes the fruits and seeds from this native tree.
eaten by
Brown Goshawk
Accipiter fasciatus
Fledglings or adults can be prey for this raptor.
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.
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.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Also known as
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Observe from a distance to not disturb these intelligent birds.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is New Caledonian Crow?
36-43 cm
What is New Caledonian Crow's wingspan?
45-50 cm
How much does New Caledonian Crow weigh?
0.17-0.3 kg
How long does New Caledonian Crow live?
15-20 years
How fast can New Caledonian Crow move?
55 km/h
What does New Caledonian Crow eat?
These clever crows are omnivores, eating insects, fruits, seeds, and even tiny critters!
Where is New Caledonian Crow usually found?
Forest
How does New Caledonian Crow hunt?
Foraging
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