Common Raven Corvus corax
Owned by David Fefferman (@David).
Notes
Two Common Ravens perched on a rock. Their large size and heavy, curved bills distinguish them from the smaller American Crow.
Details
Identification
- Bird Family
- Corvidae
- Family Common Name
- Crows, Jays, and Magpies
- Life Stage
- Adult
- Sex
- Unknown
- Size
- Large (approx. 56-69 cm length)
- Color
- Black
- Tail Shape
- Wedge-shaped
- Plumage
- Definitive Basic
- Plumage Description
- Entirely black plumage with a slight metallic iridescence. Notable shaggy throat feathers (hackles) and a massive black bill.
Observation Details
- Number Observed
- 6
- Date Seen
- Apr 28, 2026
- Location Name
- Yosemite Valley
Environment
- Habitat Type
- Forest (Mixed), Woodland, Riparian
- Weather Conditions
- Partly Cloudy
Behavior
- Behavior Observed
- Resting
Observer Notes
- Distance to Bird
- 10
- Distance Unit
- Feet
- Optics Used
- 👀
- Confidence Level
- Certain
Tracking & Conservation
- Conservation Status
- Least Concern (LC)
- Added Details
- Two Common Ravens perched on a rock. Their large size and heavy, curved bills distinguish them from the smaller American Crow.
Common Raven
Corvus corax
Observation Details
Environment
Behavior
Observer Notes
Tracking & Conservation
Added Details
Two Common Ravens perched on a rock. Their large size and heavy, curved bills distinguish them from the smaller American Crow.
Item Lore
The common raven, or *Corvus corax*, is a highly intelligent member of the Corvidae family, easily distinguished by its large size, wedge-shaped tail, and shaggy throat hackles. Throughout history, these birds have held a significant place in human culture, frequently appearing in mythology, folklore, and literature as potent symbols of wisdom, prophecy, and mystery.
Common Raven
Corvus corax
Added Details
Two Common Ravens perched on a rock. Their large size and heavy, curved bills distinguish them from the smaller American Crow.
Observation Details
Environment
Behavior
Observer Notes
Tracking & Conservation
Item Lore
The common raven, or *Corvus corax*, is a highly intelligent member of the Corvidae family, easily distinguished by its large size, wedge-shaped tail, and shaggy throat hackles. Throughout history, these birds have held a significant place in human culture, frequently appearing in mythology, folklore, and literature as potent symbols of wisdom, prophecy, and mystery.