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Rook

Corvus frugilegus

Photo by Ava T-B
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Field Notes

Description:

Bare, greyish-white face, thinner beak and peaked head make it distinguishable from the carrion crow. Rooks are very sociable birds, and you're not likely to see one on its own. They feed and roost in flocks in winter, often together with jackdaws. (RSPB)

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The RSPB: Rook

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Comments (2)
Ava T-B
Thanks Antonio, I just loved spotting this guy; it's the first time I've seen a rook.
AntónioGinjaGinja
Inteligent look,beautiful capture Ava,congrats and thanks for sharing

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PublishedAugust 31, 2013

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