Common raven 30 Oct 2023

Common raven

The common raven is an intelligent and adaptable bird known for its striking appearance and remarkable behaviours. This elegant bird is easily identified by its characteristic wedge-shaped tail and glossy black feathers. Their keen eyesight and agile flight make them proficient hunters, often scavenging for prey or stealing from other predators. Ravens are known for their playful behaviour and their omnivorous diet, feeding on a wide variety of foods, including carrion, insects and small mammals.

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