Chihuahuan Raven Similar Species Comparison
Main SpeciesChihuahuan Raven
Adult
Large, entirely black corvid with a hefty bill and long nasal bristles.
© Matthew Sim / Macaulay LibraryTexas, December 18, 2020Adult
In flight, note the diamond-shaped tail and broad, round wings.
© Alex Lamoreaux / Macaulay LibraryTexas, April 13, 2017Adult
Often flies closer to the ground with strong and shallow wingbeats. Note the wedge-shaped tail.
© Timothy Barksdale / Macaulay LibraryTexas, May 01, 1998Not all videos have sound
Adult
The base of the feathers around the neck are white, but they are only visible when the wind exposes them or if the individual is fluffing their feathers.
© Lyle Hamilton / Macaulay LibraryTexas, March 13, 2016Adult
Large corvid with long nasal bristles and a hefty bill.
© Caroline Lambert / Macaulay LibraryTexas, February 20, 2017Adult (with Great-tailed Grackle)
Social bird often seen in small groups or large flocks. Uses power poles for perching as well as nesting.
© Cullen Hanks / Macaulay LibraryTexas, January 27, 2017Habitat
Found in dry, open grasslands with scattered trees and shrubs, and unbroken desert scrub.
© Jessie Barry / Macaulay LibraryNew Mexico, April 26, 2015Similar SpeciesAmerican Crow
Adult
American Crows are smaller with a smaller bill than Chihuahuan Ravens. They also have a rounded or square tail, not wedge shaped like the Chihauhuan Raven.
© Henry Burton / Macaulay LibraryOregon, March 19, 2017Similar SpeciesCommon Raven
Adult
Common Ravens are larger than Chihuahuan Ravens with shorter nasal bristles and a lower voice. They also have gray bases to the body feathers not white like Chihauhaun Ravens.
© Brian Sullivan / Macaulay LibraryCalifornia, January 14, 2007Rotate Your Device to Better Compare
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