Common Raven
About shooting common raven
The raven is Norway's largest corvid and impressive in flight. Hunting has a tradition in reindeer herding areas where the raven can take lambs and reindeer calves.
Hunting is typically done as stand hunting over bait. The raven is extremely intelligent and cautious, and it takes good planning to outsmart it.
The raven is protected in many European countries but is huntable in Norway. Respect local traditions and management considerations.
Open Season
10 Aug – 28/29 Feb
Weight
0.8–1.5 kg
Distribution
The raven is found throughout Norway, from the coast to the mountains. It is most common in mountain districts and along the coast of Northern Norway.
Terrain
Mountain, coast and forest landscape. The raven is a versatile bird found in most habitats, often near reindeer herding and livestock.
Identification
Entirely black with a heavy bill and wedge-shaped tail. Much larger than the hooded crow.
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