Corvidae - Crows, Ravens, Jays, Magpies

There are around 117 species in this family. Bird species in this family are found around the world.

The birds in this family are larger than most birds in the passerine order and can range in size from 7-25 inches in length. They have long, strong bills with bristles over their nostrils.

Bird species in this family come in a variety of colors. Crows, ravens, and magpies are generally large birds with black, black and gray, or black and white feathers. Jays are more colorful than crows and can come in shades of blues, greens, yellows, and grays.

Bird species in the Corvidae family often live in open areas like grasslands, scrub areas, and open forests. They are usually omnivorous and eat a wide variety of foods, including small birds, eggs, seeds, and insects. Some species store their food.

Males and females in this family usually look alike. Many birds in this family are highly intelligent and can be trained. The raven can even be taught to speak.

Did You Know?

The bluejay is one of 117 species in this family
The bluejay is one of 117 species in this family

World Status Key

Status and range is taken from IUCN Redlist

Least Concern
Near Threatened
Vulnerable
Endangered
Critically Endangered
Extinct in the Wild
Extinct
Not Enough Data

U.S. Status Key

Status taken from US Fish and Wildlife

Threatened in US
Endangered in US
Introduced

NH Status Key

Status taken from NH Fish and Game

Threatened in NH
Endangered in NH
Breeds in NH (birds)

Location Key

Africa
Asia
Australia/Oceania
Europe
North/Central America
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South America

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