Corvid: meaning, definitions and examples

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corvid

 

[ หˆkษ”หrvษชd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

bird species

Corvids are a family of birds known as Corvidae, which includes species such as crows, ravens, magpies, and jays. They are recognized for their intelligence and complex behaviors, often exhibiting problem-solving skills and social dynamics. Corvids are also known for their adaptability to various environments.

Synonyms

crow, jay, magpie, raven

Examples of usage

  • The crow is a common corvid found in urban areas.
  • Ravens are often associated with folklore and mythology.
  • Magpies are known for their distinctive black and white plumage.
  • Corvids are considered some of the smartest birds in the world.

Translations

Translations of the word "corvid" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น corvo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เฅŒเค†

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Rabe

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ burung gagak

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะพั€ะพะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ kruk

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ซใƒฉใ‚น

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท corbeau

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cuervo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท karga

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊นŒ๋งˆ๊ท€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุบุฑุงุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ havran

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ havran

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไนŒ้ธฆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vrana

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ krรกka

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะฐั€ะฐั‚ะพั€า“ะฐะน

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฉแƒ˜แƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ qaraquลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cuervo

Word origin

The term 'corvid' comes from the Latin word 'corvus', which translates to 'crow'. The Corvidae family has been recognized scientifically since the 19th century, although naturalists had been studying these birds for centuries prior. Corvids are known for their remarkable cognitive abilities, which have been a subject of interest in ornithology and animal behavior studies. They display behaviors such as tool use, complex communication, and social interaction, which have challenged traditional notions of avian intelligence. The fascination with corvids extends beyond science, as they have appeared in numerous cultural contexts as symbols of wisdom, mystery, and adaptability. These birds play an essential role in various ecosystems, often acting as scavengers and seed dispersers, highlighting their ecological significance.