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GAP Analysis Predicted Distribution Map

Common Raven (Corvus corax)

Species Code: COCOR

Breeding Range Map The green area shows the predicted habitats for breeding only. © NatureMapping Program + enlarge map Predicted breeding range = Core Habitat = Marginal Habitat   Fact Sheet: Basic | Advanced Breeding Range Map The green area shows the predicted habitats for breeding only. The habitats were identified using 1991 satellite imagery, Breeding Bird Atlas (BBA), other datasets and experts throughout the state, as part of the Washington Gap Analysis Project. Habitats used during non-breeding months and migratory rest-stops were not mapped.   Observations | Historic Gap points

Habitat

The Common Raven is a common breeder throughout the state. It can be found in every habitat except major metropolitan areas and high elevation glaciers and snow fields.

Good habitats in core zones included all habitats except development and ice in all zones below the Permanent Ice/Snow zone. The Raven is excluded by range limits from the developed Everett-to-Olympia corridor and the Vancouver area.

The Common Raven is one of the most widespread birds in the state. Ravens can survive equally well in dense forests, alpine parkland, and sagebrush areas, though they are rare or absent in most cities (though apparently now breeding in Stanley Park, Vancouver, BC).

Translated from the Washington Gap Analysis Bird Volume by Uchenna Bright
Text edited by Gussie Litwer
Webpage designed by Dave Lester