Great Raven
Basic Information
Anatomy
Large, usually black feathered birds with straight black beaks. Size can vary, but typical specimens have a wingspan of 20" and 36" tip to tip. Females are slightly larger than males on average, with large adults weighing between 2 and 5 lbs.
Dietary Needs and Habits
Like all Corvidae, Great Ravens are omnivores. They will eat grains, fruits, some nuts, rodents, insects, smaller birds and will scavenge dead meat whenever they can.
Additional Information
Social Structure
Not fully understood, but many species of Corvidae do live and move in large groups. Ravens, crows, magpies and Blue Corvids have all demonstrated an ability to work collectively and to assist known or familiar members of their communities, even if those communities include non-Corvid species.
Domestication
Great Ravens are a popular companion and pet, since they are so adept at learning spoken commands and prompts. Exceptional examples can even utilize speech to communicate with Humanoids when the need presents.
Geographic Origin and Distribution
Average Intelligence
Remarkably intelligent, with a demonstrated ability to understand and utilize speech. They have accurate memories that they use to recall territory and landforms, faces and events.
Perception and Sensory Capabilities
Exceptional eyesight. Great Ravens have been known to be able to see a hand motion made in dim light from as far as 300 yards away. They seem to have excellent hearing, as well, with a remarkable ability to recall and associate sounds with places or people.
A male Great Raven, this example is from Imesse
