Psilos Bird Photography

Rook

Corvus frugilegus

A very well known resident bird often seen in large groups. Its bare white face (caused by constant probing in the ground) distinguishes it from its slightly smaller cousin the carrion crow. Breeding in rookeries their preferred nesting habitat is lowland farmland with plenty of open fields and grass with tall trees to nest in. Can sometimes be seen feeding in small flocks alongside the road though will not often stray into urban areas. Their diet consists of worms, grain and insects. Length: 44-46cm.
S Ireland - June 2006
 
 
Howth harbour, S Ireland - June 2006
 
 
S Ireland June 2006
 
 
Wexford S Ireland December 2006
 
 
Wexford,  S Ireland, December 2006