Copyright
Understanding the ownership and use of content on the Corvid Blog at Corvid Isle — a meeting place for people interested in corvids.
Who Owns the Content
All written articles, photographs, illustrations and original media published on the Corvid Blog are the intellectual property of Corvid Isle unless stated otherwise.
Original Writing
Every blog post, care guide and forum discussion starter authored by the Corvid Isle team is protected by copyright from the moment of creation.
Photography & Artwork
Photographs of corvids — crows, ravens, magpies, jays and their relatives — taken by our contributors remain their property and are used here with permission.
Database & Resources
Compiled data sets, download packs and reference materials hosted in our downloads section are curated by Corvid Isle and fall under the same protections.
Community Contributions
Members who share stories, photographs or advice in the forum retain ownership of their contributions, granting Corvid Isle a licence to display them.
Other reading
What You May Do
We welcome corvid enthusiasts to enjoy, learn from and share the passion that drives the Corvid Blog. The following uses are permitted without prior written consent.
- Read, link to and share any blog post or page via social media.
- Quote short extracts with clear attribution to Corvid Isle and a link back to the original page.
- Print single copies of care guides for personal, non-commercial reference.
- Use our RSS feed to follow new articles in your preferred reader.
- Download and use resources marked as freely available in the downloads section.
What Requires Permission
Some uses go beyond fair dealing and require our written approval before you proceed.
Republishing in Full
Copying complete articles, care guides or gallery collections for use in books, magazines, newsletters or websites requires written permission.
Photograph Reuse
Using our corvid photographs — whether in print, digital media or educational presentations — requires permission from the original photographer via Corvid Isle.
Adaptations & Translations
Creating translated versions, summarised guides or derivative works based on our content needs prior approval to ensure accuracy and proper credit.
How Content Evolves on the Blog
From the earliest posts to the latest findings, the Corvid Blog has grown alongside our community of corvid lovers.
The Blog Begins
Corvid Isle launched the Corvid Blog as a meeting place for people fascinated by the crow family, publishing original articles and photographs from day one.
Forum & Contributions
Members began sharing their own corvid stories and images. A clear contributor policy was established to protect everyone's work.
Care Guides & Downloads
Original care guides and downloadable resources expanded the library of copyrighted material maintained and curated by Corvid Isle.
Ongoing Stewardship
We continue to write, photograph and curate with care — always protecting the rights of contributors and the integrity of the corvid community.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about copyright on the Corvid Blog.
You may link to any article on the Corvid Blog freely. However, reproducing an entire post on another website requires our written permission. Short quotations with attribution are welcome.
Photographs shared by forum members remain the property of the person who posted them. By uploading, members grant Corvid Isle a non-exclusive licence to display the image on the site. If you wish to reuse a member's photo, please contact them directly.
Teachers, wildlife rehabilitators and students are encouraged to reference our care guides. You may print single copies for personal or classroom use. For wider distribution — such as inclusion in a course pack — please get in touch first.
Send us a message through our contact page describing what you would like to use, where it will appear and for what purpose. We aim to respond within a few working days.
"Corvid Isle handles their content with real care. When I asked to use a photograph for a local wildlife exhibition, they responded quickly and even suggested a better image from their gallery."
"I teach an outdoor education class and the care guides here are an invaluable resource. The team was happy for us to print copies — with proper credit, of course."
Questions About Copyright or Licensing?
Whether you are a fellow corvid enthusiast, an educator or a publisher, we are happy to discuss how you can use our content. Get in touch and we will do our best to help.