A crow crow
Hooded Crow / Gråkråka / Hooded Crow
A crow crow
Illustration: A crow crow
- Plumage: Distinct bicoloured plumage: ash-grey mantle, back, belly, and flanks contrasting sharply with solid black head, throat bib, wings, and tail. - Beak: Stout, heavy black bill with a gently curved culmen and forward-pointing bristles. - Body build: Medium-sized robust corvid (length 48–52 cm) with strong legs and broad wings. - Distinctive details: Dark brown irises, square-ended black tail, sharp contrast line between black bib and grey chest.
This species is an important part of the ecosystems in Västerbotten.
Facts & Characteristics
- Scientific Name: Corvus cornix
- Category / Order: Vögel (Aves)
- Nature, Taiga & Waters of Västerbotten: Nature, Taiga & Waters of Västerbotten
- Native to Northern Sweden: Native to Northern Sweden
Questions & Answers (FAQ)
What is Corvus cornix?
Corvus cornix (Nebelkrähe) is a species found in Lapland.
Where does this species live?
It inhabits typical habitats in the Scandinavian north.