A large, distinctive corvid species characterized by its grey and black plumage, native to parts of Europe and Asia, known for its high intelligence and adaptability.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Found in diverse environments including urban areas, forests, coastal regions, agricultural landscapes, and open countryside across temperate and subarctic regions
Ecological Role
Key seed dispersal agent, scavenger, and predator that helps maintain ecosystem balance through population control of small mammals and insects
Morphology
SKIN COATDense, water-resistant feather coat with distinct grey (body) and black (wings, tail, head) coloration
LIMBS WINGSStrong, dark grey to black legs, broad wings with excellent maneuverability, capable of complex aerial movements
HEAD SENSORYSharp, robust black beak, keen binocular vision, advanced auditory capabilities, highly developed spatial and problem-solving cognition
BODY STRUCTUREMedium-large corvid, body length 44-52 cm, wingspan 93-104 cm, body mass 410-690 g, with distinctive grey and black plumage
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Andreas Eichler
