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Corvus corax corax
The modest common raven, spotted here on rocks on the shore of Lake Geneva. A large passerine bird with an iridescent black plumage and a strong curved bill.
Trees and rocks, plains and mountain. Very widely distributed. Seen here off a small cliff.
Considered to be highly intelligent, and the subject of many folkloric tales. In various cultures, believed to be a spiritual figure. Spotted bird was one of a pair. Told from carrion crows also seen nearby by its size (Common raven L 45-67 cm, carrion crow L 44-51 cm), and its call.
Spotted on May 26, 2011
Submitted on May 27, 2011
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