Convervation status: Green

Latin name

Corvus monedula

Family

Crows and allies (Corvidae)

Overview

This is a small, black crow with a distinctive silvery sheen to the back of its head. The pale eyes are also noticeable.

Where to see them

Jackdaws can be found in fields, woods, parks and gardens. They're social birds and roost communally in woodlands. They're widespread and common across the UK, except the Scottish Highlands.

When to see them

At any time of year. Jackdaws often join up with rooks and carrion crows in autumn and winter to roost together in huge numbers.

What they eat

Insects, young birds and eggs, fruit, seeds and scraps.

Estimated numbers

* UK breeding is the number of pairs breeding annually. UK wintering is the number of individuals present from October to March. UK passage is the number of individuals passing through on migration in spring and/or autumn.

Distribution

Please note that the map is only intended as a guide. It shows general distribution rather than detailed, localised populations.

Sound: Patrik Aberg, Xeno-canto

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Jackdaw

Similar birds

Chough

Carrion crow

Rook