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Free printable guides, fact sheets and curated external resources to support your corvid journey — from field identification to rehabilitation.

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Print, share and use these resources freely for personal and educational purposes.

Printable corvid identification chart showing six UK species
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UK Corvid Identification Chart

A beautifully illustrated A3 chart covering all six native UK corvid species — carrion crow, hooded crow, rook, jackdaw, magpie, jay and raven — with key ID features and call notes.

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Printable corvid fledgling identification and rescue flowchart
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Fledgling Rescue Decision Tree

A practical flowchart to help you decide quickly whether a found young corvid needs rescue or is best left alone. Ideal for printing and keeping near the garden door.

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Comprehensive corvid nutrition and feeding reference sheet
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Corvid Nutrition Reference Sheet

Detailed dietary guidance covering protein sources, hand-rearing formulas, supplementation and foods to avoid. Includes age-specific feeding schedules for nestlings through to independent juveniles.

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Educational Pack

Corvid Learning Pack for Schools

We have created a free resource pack for primary and secondary teachers who want to introduce pupils to the intelligence and ecology of corvids. The pack is curriculum-aligned and includes:

  • Lesson plans on corvid intelligence, tool use and problem-solving
  • Field identification worksheets and outdoor activity cards
  • Colouring and illustration sheets for younger children
  • Classroom discussion prompts and reading lists
Note: The Learning Pack is available free of charge. Simply contact us and we will send you the complete set of files.
Children learning about corvids with educational worksheets in a classroom

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Useful External Links

Trusted organisations, research groups and resources that complement the information on Corvid Isle.

Conservation

Wildlife Trusts

Local Wildlife Trusts across the UK run habitat conservation projects that benefit corvids alongside other woodland and farmland species. Their sites also provide excellent opportunities for corvid observation.

Research

Corvid Research Publications

Peer-reviewed journals such as Animal Cognition and The Auk regularly publish groundbreaking corvid studies. We curate notable papers in our blog and link to open-access research.

Legal

Wildlife Legislation Guidance

Understanding legal protections is essential for any carer or enthusiast. Government wildlife pages outline licensing requirements, protected species status and reporting obligations under the Wildlife and Countryside Act.

Rehabilitation

Wildlife Rehabilitation Networks

National networks help connect finders with local licensed rehabilitators. We maintain an up-to-date directory of contacts and encourage everyone to support these vital organisations through donations and volunteering.

Resource Checklist

Everything a new corvid enthusiast should have in their toolkit.

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Identification Chart

Keep our identification chart in your rucksack or pin it to the wall. Knowing your species is the foundation of everything else.

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Rescue Decision Tree

Print the decision tree and keep it by the garden door. Quick, clear guidance can make the difference between a successful rescue and an unnecessary removal.

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Nutrition Sheet

Anyone who may find themselves temporarily caring for a corvid should have our nutrition reference close at hand. It is a trusted starting point while professional help is arranged.

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