Corvoid

/ˈkɔːrvɔɪd/ adjective

Definition

Resembling or relating to the raven family (Corvidae); having characteristics of crows, ravens, jays, or magpies.

Etymology

From Latin corvus (raven) plus Greek -oid (resembling). A zoological term used to classify or describe birds belonging to the raven and crow family, known for intelligence.

Kelly Says

Corvoid birds are the geniuses of the bird world—crows and ravens can solve puzzles, use tools, and even recognize individual human faces, making them probably smarter than most pets.

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