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Large-Billed Crow
Common on campus, the bird is named for its large bill. It is properly known as the Jungle Crow. The bird is a very widespread Asian species of crow, extensively stretching from the northeastern Asian seaboard to Afghanistan and eastern Iran in the west, and south to India, down to the Malay peninsula in the southeast. The bird is normally 46-59 cm in length, but the overall size and body proportions vary regionally. Generally, all forms have dark greyish plumage from the back of the head, neck, shoulders and lower body. Their wings, tail, face and throat are glossy black. The bird is extremely versatile in its feeding. They can be seen in hillside, woodland and places with at least some trees. Their voice is the typical call of the crow, only deeper and more resonant. Like all its family members, the large-billed crow is a clever and bold bird. References:
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