Common Raven

Corvus corax

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Aves Order: Passeriformes Family: Corvidae Genus: Corvus

About

The common raven (Corvus corax), also known as the northern raven, is a large all-black passerine bird. Found across the Northern Hemisphere, it is the most widely distributed of all corvids. There are at least eight subspecies with little variation in appearance, although recent research has demonstrated significant genetic differences among populations from various regions. It is one of the two largest corvids, alongside the thick-billed raven, and is possibly the heaviest passerine bird; at maturity,...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Common Raven?
The scientific name of Common Raven is Corvus corax.
What kingdom does Common Raven belong to?
Common Raven belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Common Raven belong to?
Common Raven belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Common Raven belong to?
Common Raven belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Common Raven belong to?
Common Raven belongs to the order Passeriformes.
What family does Common Raven belong to?
Common Raven belongs to the family Corvidae.
What genus does Common Raven belong to?
Common Raven belongs to the genus Corvus.