Eurasian Jackdaw

The smallest and most social European crow. It is a charismatic bird with black plumage and a distinctive silvery-grey nape. It is common in towns and the countryside. It nests in chimneys, church towers, and hollow trees. Jackdaws are highly intelligent. They have a complex social structure and live alongside humans in urban areas.

Jackdaws are famous for their curiosity. They form lifelong pair bonds and are almost always seen with their partner. They have a wide vocabulary. The most common call is a sharp, metallic 'kyack-kyack'. They are acrobatic fliers and perform synchronized aerial 'dances'. They are omnivorous and eat insects, grain, and food scraps.