Australian Raven
Australian Raven
Corvus coronoides
Life Stage
Adult
Sex
Unknown
Wing Shape
Broad
Tail Shape
Graduated
Plumage
Definitive Basic
Bird FamilyCorvidae
Family Common NameCrows and Jays
SizeLarge (approx 46-53 cm)
ColorBlack
Plumage DescriptionEntirely black plumage with a glossy sheen. Distinctive white iris with a blue inner ring, characteristic of adult Australian Corvid species. Long throat hackles (feathers) are visible.
Environment
Habitat Type
Urban / Suburban
Tracking & Conservation
Conservation Status
Least Concern (LC)
Added Details
The bird is perched in a Eucalyptus tree. The white eye indicates an adult; juveniles have brown eyes that transition to white over three years.
Australian Raven
Corvus coronoides
Life Stage
Adult
Sex
Unknown
Wing Shape
Broad
Tail Shape
Graduated
Plumage
Definitive Basic
Bird FamilyCorvidae
Family Common NameCrows and Jays
SizeLarge (approx 46-53 cm)
ColorBlack
Plumage DescriptionEntirely black plumage with a glossy sheen. Distinctive white iris with a blue inner ring, characteristic of adult Australian Corvid species. Long throat hackles (feathers) are visible.
Added Details
The bird is perched in a Eucalyptus tree. The white eye indicates an adult; juveniles have brown eyes that transition to white over three years.
Environment
Habitat Type
Urban / Suburban
Tracking & Conservation
Conservation Status
Least Concern (LC)