Common Raven

Common Raven in the snow at Hidden Valley.

NPS Photo / Rachel Ames

Size: 22-27”
Description: Glossy black overall with a heavy, thick beak.
Migratory Status: Year-round residents of Rocky Mountain National Park.
Habitat: Can be seen in all areas of the Park but prefer more open areas including grasslands, shrublands and riparian areas. Usually nest on cliffs.
Diet: Eat a variety of foods including carrion, small mammals, grains and berries.

 

• Common Raven (call)

  
  

  Common Raven call recorded in the Pine Ridge Campsite area in Rocky Mountain National Park.

  Credit / Author:

  J. Job

  Date created:

  05/31/2016

  Audio Transcript

  Transcript due 4/1/2025

 

• Common Raven (call)

  
  

  Common Raven call recorded in the Moraine Park Campground area in Rocky Mountain National Park. Note that another bird and the buzz of a hummingbird flying by can also be heard in the background.

  Credit / Author:

  J. Job

  Date created:

  06/24/2015

  Audio Transcript

  Transcript due 4/1/2025

 

• Common Raven (call)

  
  

  Common Raven call recorded on the Cub Lake Trail in Rocky Mountain National Park. Note that an American Robin, a Chipping Sparrow and a Song Sparrow can be heard in the background.

  Credit / Author:

  J. Job

  Date created:

  06/22/2015

  Audio Transcript

  Transcript due 4/1/2025