Northern Raven
BIRDING ARAGÓNNorthern Raven
Corvus corax
ES: Cuervo grande
Description
L: 54-67cm; W:115-140cm;
The largest bird within the passerines. Black plumage, with bluish and greenish reflections; “wedge” tail; stout bill and black legs. Both sexes are similar in plumage. Juveniles with subtle glossy green in plumage at first, worn flight and tail feathers; inside of upper mandible pinkish.
- Observation difficulty: Easy
- Status: Resident
- Optimal Season: Dec-Jan
- Conservation Status: Protected species
- Hábitat: High Mountain/Rock formations
Best places to see in Aragón
PROVINCES
Huesca. Zaragoza. Teruel
REGIONS
Sobrarbe; Ribagorza; Campo de Cariñena y Valdejalón
Special Protected Areas (SPA)
