Raven
Corvus corax
Our biggest crow, with a thick, heavy bill, shaggy throat feathers, and a deep croaking call. Ravens sometimes nest on cliffs in the Channel Islands. On Lihou, they might pass overhead or perch on rocky outcrops, eyeing the shore below for potential food.
- Habitat: Mountainous or coastal cliffs, moorlands, large woodlands.
- When to See: Year-round
- Diet / Food: Carrion, small mammals, eggs, insects, fruit—highly opportunistic.
- Length: 54–67 cm