American Robin vs Common Raven
Turdus migratorius comparado com Corvus corax
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Atributo | American Robin | Common Raven |
|---|---|---|
| Nome científico | Turdus migratorius | Corvus corax |
| Ordem | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Família | Turdidae | Corvidae |
| Estado de conservação | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Comprimento | 25,0 cm (9.8 in) | 63,0 cm (24.8 in) |
| Envergadura | 36,0 cm (14.2 in) | 130,0 cm (51.2 in) |
| Peso | 77,0 g (2.72 oz) | 1200,0 g (42.33 oz) |
| Dieta | Earthworms, insects, and fruit. Famously hunts earthworms on lawns by running, stopping, and tilting its … | Omnivorous and opportunistic — carrion, small animals, insects, eggs, grain, fruit, and human refuse. Among … |
| Tamanho da postura | 2-4 | 1-8 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Size Comparison
Habitat Comparison
Habitats partilhados
American Robin only
Common Raven only
American Robin
Lawns, parks, gardens, farmland, and forest edges. One of the most familiar birds in suburban North America.
Common Raven
Diverse habitats from Arctic tundra to deserts, mountains, forests, and coastlines. Avoids dense urban areas but thrives near human activity.
Song & Call Comparison
American Robin
A clear, caroling song of 2-3 note phrases: 'cheerily, cheer-up, cheerio'. Sings from dawn perches. Sharp 'tut-tut-tut' alarm call and thin 'seeee' flight note.
Common Raven
Highly varied: deep resonant 'kraa-kraa-kraa', hollow 'tok-tok', liquid 'klonk', and wing-whooshing. Among the most intelligent corvid callers; uses calls contextually in groups.
Geographic Range & Migration
American Robin
North America from Alaska and Canada to Mexico. Northern populations migrate south in winter; southern populations are largely resident.
Common Raven
Holarctic distribution across North America, Europe, Asia, and North Africa. The most widely distributed corvid.
Estado de conservação
American Robin
Common Raven
How to Tell Them Apart
American Robin
Dark grey-brown upperparts with a warm brick-red breast and belly. White eye-ring and streaked white throat. Female slightly paler.
Bright yellow bill with a dark tip
Common Raven
All black with a glossy purplish-blue iridescent sheen. Shaggy throat hackles, long wedge-shaped tail, and large robust build distinguish it from crows.
Large, powerful, curved black bill
About These Birds
American Robin
O Tordo-americano (Turdus migratorius) é um dos pássaros mais conhecidos da América do Norte, pertencente à família Turdidae. Amplamente distribuído pelo continente norte-americano, habita florestas, subúrbios, parques e jardins. Mede aproximadamente 23-28 cm e pesa entre 77-85 g. Caracterizado pelo peito laranja avermelhado vivo em contraste com o dorso e cabeça escuros. Frequentemente um dos primeiros pássaros a ser ouvido ao amanhecer, com seu canto musical rico. Alimenta-se de minhocas, insetos e frutos. É um símbolo popular da chegada da …
Common Raven
The common raven is among the most intelligent birds, demonstrating tool use, future planning, and social manipulation in scientific studies. In many cultures, ravens feature prominently in mythology as creators, tricksters, or messengers. Their complex vocalizations include over 30 distinct calls.