Bird
Crow
The glossy black genius of the bird world
Family Corvidae
Corvidae is a taxonomic family in the order Passeriformes, class Aves. Global Animal Guide profiles 4 of its members: Crow, Magpie, Common Raven and 1 more. The table compares them using the figures on each profile.
Corvidae species compared
| Animal | Weight | Length | Top speed | Lifespan | Native to | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crow Corvus brachyrhynchos | 500 g | 50 cm | 60 km/h | 16 yrs | North America | Least Concern |
| Magpie Pica pica | 230 g | 45 cm | 30 km/h | 21 yrs | Europe, Asia, Africa | Least Concern |
| Common Raven Corvus corax | 1.2 kg | 63 cm | 80 km/h | 13 yrs | North America, Europe, Asia, Africa | Least Concern |
| Blue Jay Cyanocitta cristata | 85 g | 28 cm | 40 km/h | 7 yrs | North America | Least Concern |
Figures are typical adult maxima from each profile; follow a profile for ranges, sources and context.
