Raven

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Many large black birds of the genus Corvus are called ravens. Other birds in the same genus are the smaller crows, jackdaws, and rooks.

Related Topics:
Bird - Corvus - Genus - Crow - Jackdaw - Rooks

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In much of Europe and North America, raven is used as a synonym for the widespread Common Raven, and much of the literature and culture surrounding ravens refers to that species.

Related Topics:
Europe - North America - Common Raven

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Raven species include:

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• Common Raven (C. corax)
• Australian Raven (C. coronoides)
• Forest Raven (C. tasmanicus)
• Little Raven (C. mellori)
• Thick-billed Raven (C. crassirostris)
• White-necked Raven (C. albicollis)
• Brown-necked Raven (C. ruficollis)
• Chihuahuan Raven (C. cryptoleucos)