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New Caledonian Crow

Corvus moneduloides

The feathered genius of the South Pacific, this tool-wielding corvid crafts its own hooks to snag insect prey.
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Visual Identification

Appearance

The New Caledonian Crow is a medium-sized corvid with predominantly black plumage. Its feathers have a glossy sheen, with subtle brown undertones visible in bright light. The bird has a robust, slightly curved black beak and strong black legs.

Both males and females share similar appearances, with no significant sexual dimorphism. Juveniles may appear slightly duller than adults, with less glossy feathers and a pinkish base to their beak that darkens with age.

Size

Length

40cm to 45cm

Wingspan

75cm to 85cm

Weight

280g to 330g

Colours

Males and females have similar plumage

Primary Colour

Black

Secondary Colour

Brown

Beak Colour

Black

Leg Colour

Black

Habitat and Distribution

Habitats

Woodland

The New Caledonian Crow can be found in Woodland habitats.

Garden

The New Caledonian Crow is not typically found in Garden habitats.

Wetland

The New Caledonian Crow is not typically found in Wetland habitats.

Coastal

The New Caledonian Crow is not typically found in Coastal habitats.

Urban

The New Caledonian Crow is not typically found in Urban habitats.

Farmland

The New Caledonian Crow is not typically found in Farmland habitats.

Grassland

The New Caledonian Crow is not typically found in Grassland habitats.

Desert

The New Caledonian Crow is not typically found in Desert habitats.

Tundra

The New Caledonian Crow is not typically found in Tundra habitats.

Rainforest

The New Caledonian Crow can be found in Rainforest habitats.

Mountain

The New Caledonian Crow is not typically found in Mountain habitats.

Savanna

The New Caledonian Crow is not typically found in Savanna habitats.

Distribution

The New Caledonian Crow is endemic to New Caledonia, a French territory in the South Pacific. It inhabits a variety of forested environments, including tropical rainforests, dry forests, and savanna woodlands across the main island, Grande Terre.

These crows are non-migratory and maintain year-round territories. They are most abundant in undisturbed native forests but can also be found in areas with some human presence, particularly where Pandanus trees are prevalent.

Elevation Range

Sea level to 1500 meters

Climate zones

Tropical

Distribution Map

This map gives you a rough idea of where you might spot a New Caledonian Crow. The coloured areas show countries where these birds have been seen.

A few things to keep in mind:

  • Birds might not be everywhere in the coloured areas, for example, they may be present around the coast of that country
  • Where birds live can change with seasons and available food
  • This map is quite simple - it doesn't show exact locations

We're working on making our maps even better! Soon, we hope to show you:

  • More detailed maps for bigger countries, including state and region
  • How birds move around during different seasons