Common Raven - Five Sisters Zoo

The largest member of the Crow family, the Common Raven is covered in blue-black feathers, with a strong black beak, long wings, and a wedge-shaped tail. They are a common feature in myths and folklore in the UK, Europe and many other parts of the world.

Facts

Diet: Carnivore; mostly carrion, though invertebrates, small mammals and bird’s eggs will also be eaten.

Weight: 800 to 1500 g

Length: 60-68 cm

Wingspan: 120-150cm

Habitat: North America, Europe, parts of Asia, Central America and Northern Africa. Habitat types range from forest to farmland, with Common Ravens also found in urban areas.

Lifespan: 10 -15 years in the wild; up to 50 years under human care.

 

Adapted to Survive

  • Individuals are known for their intelligence; behavioural research describes how they learn and solve puzzles to obtain food, collaborate in a group and have different vocalisations to communicate with their pairs.

Threats

  • Poaching
  • Human–wildlife conflict

IUCN Conservation Status

Least Concern

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