Carrion Crow
Corvus corone
Least ConcernAves · Passeriformes · Corvidae
About
The carrion crow is a passerine bird of the family Corvidae, native to western Europe and the eastern Palearctic. Along with the hooded crow, the carrion crow occupies a similar ecological niche in Eurasia to the American crow in North America. The two species look very similar to one another, but can be differentiated by size, as the carrion crow is larger and of a stockier build compared to the American crow.
Fun Fact
Along with the hooded crow (Corvus cornix), the carrion crow occupies a similar ecological niche in Eurasia to the American crow (Corvus brachyrhynchos) in North America.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in the mountains, forests, and cities of Japan.
Diet
Eats insects, earthworms, other invertebrates, grain, fruits, seeds, nuts, small mammals, amphibians, fish, and scraps of human food and also steals eggs.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance