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Large-billed Crow
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Large-billed Crow

කළු කපුටා
Corvus macrorhynchos
Least Concern
visibilityIdentification

A large crow that varies in size across its range; note its relatively long, daggerlike bill with curved top. Entirely black with a variable amount of glossiness. A frequent scavenger, feeding on carrion, leftover food from humans, and food stolen from other birds. Often gangs up to attack and chase other birds, especially raptors. Occurs in a wide range of habitats including woodlands, urban landscapes, agricultural fields, and open scrub forests. Call varies, generally a harsh or croaking crow.

forestHabitat

Large-billed crows in Sri Lanka live in a variety of habitats, including forests, parks, gardens, and agricultural areas. They are also found in urban environments, especially near rubbish dumps and slaughterhouses.

restaurantDiet

The large-billed crow in Sri Lanka eats a wide range of food, including carrion, human food, and native species.

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infoAt a glance
StatusLeast Concern
Endemic to Sri LankaNo
RarityRegular
Photos / recordings2 / 2
Large-billed Crow (කළු කපුටා) · Birds of Sri Lanka