Crows and Jays
Corvidae
Family Distribution
Notable Species
Attribute Champions
The Alpine Chough is exceptionally agile, renowned for its acrobatic aerial displays and daring manoeuvres along cliff faces. Its ability to perform complex flight patterns and navigate challenging mountain terrain demonstrates remarkable agility.
Whilst not the strongest bird, American Crows possess considerable strength for their size. Their robust bodies and strong legs enable them to handle a variety of food items, including small animals and tough-skinned fruits. Their ability to construct large nests high in trees also indicates good strength.
American Crows excel in adaptability. Their presence in diverse habitats from sea level to 2,000 metres, success in both rural and urban environments, and ability to thrive on varied diets demonstrate exceptional adaptability. Their problem-solving skills and tool use further underscore this trait.
These birds display significant aggression, particularly in defence of their territory and when mobbing predators. Their willingness to confront larger raptors and their dominant presence in urban environments indicate a high level of assertiveness. However, they're not indiscriminately aggressive, showing complex social behaviours within their groups.
The Alpine Chough demonstrates impressive endurance, living year-round in harsh alpine conditions. Its ability to survive at extremely high altitudes (up to 8,000 metres) and withstand low oxygen levels indicates exceptional endurance. The bird's capacity for long periods of soaring flight further supports this high endurance rating.
