Corvus Monedula Collection

Two Jackdaws (Corvus monedula), perched together on a wooden beam

Jackdaw, (Corvus monedula), c1850, (1856). From Bible Natural History: containing a Description of Quadrupeds, Birds, Trees, Plants, Insects, Etc, Mentioned in the Holy Scriptures

Jackdaw Corvus monedula in snow Salthouse Norfolk December

Jackdaw Corvis monedula Norfolk

Animalia Volatilia et Amphibia (Aier): Plate LXI, c. 1575/1580. Creator: Joris Hoefnagel
Animalia Volatilia et Amphibia (Aier): Plate LXI, c. 1575/1580

Jackdaws (Corvus monedula) flying to winter roost. with motion blur, Deciduous wood near Bristol, UK. November

Jackdaw (Corvus monedula) pair chasing a Grey squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis) as it emerges from a nest box the birds want to nest in which is already occupied by the squirrel and its mate

Jackdaw (Corvus monedula) hovering above a nest box it wants to nest in which a Grey squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis) and its mate have occupied, with the squirrel threatening the bird, Wiltshire, UK

Jackdaws (Corvus monedula) and Rooks (Corvus frugilegus) mixed winter flock taking flight from a frost covered field of crop stubble, Derbyshire, UK, January (non-ex)

Jackdaw (Corvus monedula) pair returning with beakfuls of animal hair to line their nest after evicting a pair of Grey squirrels from the nest box, Wiltshire, UK, March

Jackdaw (Corvus monedula) pair dive bombing and harassing a Grey squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis) as it emerges from a nest box the birds want to nest in which is already occupied by the squirrel

Jackdaw (Corvus monedula) swooping down calling with claws raised to threaten a Grey squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis) in the entrance to a nest box the bird wants to nest in which is already occupied

Jackdaw (Corvus monedula) swooping in very close to threaten a Grey squirrel (Sciurus carolinensis) as it stands in the entrance to a nest box the bird wants to nest in which is already occupied by

Eurasian Jackdaw burrow 02
Eurasian Jackdaw - couple in front of a rabbit burrow their nesting place - Germany Date: 27-May-19

Western Jackdaw ~ portrait ~ England, UK
Western Jackdaw - portrait - England, UK. Western Jackdaw - portrait - England, UK

Flock of Eurasian Jackdaw (Corvus monedula) in flight, migration, Hanko, Finland, October

Black Jackdaw, illustration from A History of the Birds of Europe Not Observed in the British Isles by Charles Robert
LLM339119 Black Jackdaw, illustration from A History of the Birds of Europe Not Observed in the British Isles by Charles Robert Bree (1811-86), published 1867 (colour litho) by English School

Jackdaws (Corvus monedula) abstract view of flock in flight, Derbyshire, UK, December. Non-ex

Eurasian Jackdaw (Corvus monedula), Texel, Noord-Holland, The Netherlands, The Netherlands, Noord-Holland, Texel

Picture No. 12009575
Jackdaw - adult foraging - Germany Date:

Common Jackdaw with deformed bill

Coloeus monedula, Western Jackdaw

Daurian Jackdaw, Corvus dauuricus, Coloeus dauuricus, Mongolia

Jackdaw (Corvus monedula), perching on a rock, side view

Barn Owl Tyto alba hunting over grazing marshes Cley North Norfolk summer

Jackdaw Corvus monedula plucking fur from road casualty hare to line nest Norfolk spring

Jackdaws Corvus monedula collecting fur from dead hare to line nest Norfolk spring

Jackdaw Corvus monedula Norfolk winter

Jackdaw (Corvus monedula), black bird standing on edge of brick wall feeding on mealworms, side view

Jackdaw - Cor vus moned ula, c1910, (1910). Artist: George James Rankin
Jackdaw - Cor vus moned ula, c1910, (1910). From Britains Birds and Their Nests, by A. Landsborough Thomson. [The Waverley Book Company, Limited, W. & R. Chambers, Limited, London & Edinburgh, 1910]

Picture No. 12009578
Jackdaw - adult on a roof - Germany Date:

Picture No. 12009577
Jackdaw - pair using a chimney for nesting - Germany Date:

Picture No. 12009576
Jackdaw - bird using a chimney for nesting - Germany Date:

Jackdaw (Corvus monedula), adult

Jackdaws Corvus monedula, illustration
Jackdaws (Corvus monedula), illustration

Jackdaw C016 / 3600
Jackdaw (Corvus monedula), on a lichen covered wall. Photographed at Lynmouth, Devon

Eurasian jackdaw, 19th century C013 / 6373
Eurasian jackdaw (Corvus monedula). Plate 163 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Corvus monedula, Eurasian jackdaw
Plate 163 from William MacGillivrays Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841)

Barley (Hordeum vulgare) crop, field with Jackdaw (Corvus monedula) damage, Isle of Man, August

Jackdaw gathering nesting materials
Jackdaw (Corvus monedula) gathering nesting materials in spring. Photographed in Belgium

Jackdaw on a fence post
Jackdaw (Corvus monedula) on a fence post. This bird is found in northwest Africa, throughout Europe, Iran, northwest India and Siberia

Pheasant (female) - with Jackdaw (Corvus monedula) on bird feeding table
JD-22531 Pheasant (female) - with Jackdaw (Corvus monedula) on bird feeding table Phasianus colchicus John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Jackdaw - flock in flight - Cleveland - UK
ROY-546 Jackdaw - flock in flight Cleveland - UK Corvus monedula Roy Glen Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Jackdaw standing on rocks. Near Arthur's Seat, Edinburgh, Scotland
DH-3626 Jackdaw standing on rocks Near Arthur's Seat, Edinburgh, Scotland. Corvus monedula Don Hadden Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Jackdaw on the ground. Near Arthur's Seat, Edinburgh, Scotland
DH-3625 Jackdaw on the ground Near Arthur's Seat, Edinburgh, Scotland. Corvus monedula Don Hadden Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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The Corvus monedula, commonly known as the Jackdaw, is a fascinating bird species that has captured the attention of many photographers and nature enthusiasts. This c1850 picture showcases the beauty of these two Jackdaws in all their glory. The snowy landscape of Salthouse Norfolk in December adds an enchanting touch to this image. In another captivating moment captured by Picture No. 12009575, we witness a pair of Jackdaws chasing a Grey squirrel emerging from a nest box they desire for nesting purposes. These clever birds are determined to claim their territory, even if it means evicting other occupants like the Grey squirrels. March brings about intense interactions between the Jackdaws and Grey squirrels in Wiltshire, UK. The fearless Jackdaw pairs dive bomb and harass the squirrels as they defend their chosen nest box location. With beakfuls of animal hair collected to line their nests after successfully evicting the previous inhabitants, these resourceful birds demonstrate their adaptability. The agility and tenacity displayed by these Jackdaws are truly remarkable. They swoop down with claws raised and call out fiercely to threaten any squirrel daring enough to stand in their way or enter their desired nesting spot. Their hovering presence above occupied nest boxes shows just how determined they are to reclaim what is rightfully theirs. These captivating moments capture both the beauty and intensity of nature's struggles for survival. The Corvus monedula exemplifies resilience and resourcefulness as it battles against rivals for its place in this ever-changing world.