Raven in Winter
by Eva Lechner
Title
Raven in Winter
Artist
Eva Lechner
Medium
Photograph - Photograph/fine Art Photography
Description
The common raven (Corvus corax), also known as the northern raven, is a large all-black passerine bird. Found across the Northern Hemisphere, it is the most widely distributed of all corvids. There are at least eight subspecies with little variation in appearance, although recent research has demonstrated significant genetic differences among populations from various regions. It is one of the two largest corvids, alongside the thick-billed raven, and is possibly the heaviest passerine bird; at maturity, the common raven averages 63 centimetres (25 inches) in length and 1.2 kilograms (2.6 pounds) in mass. Common ravens can live up to 21 years in the wild, a lifespan exceeded among passerines by only a few Australasian species such as the satin bowerbird and probably the lyrebirds. Young birds may travel in flocks but later mate for life, with each mated pair defending a territory.
Common ravens have coexisted with humans for thousands of years and in some areas have been so numerous that people have regarded them as pests. Part of their success as a species is due to their omnivorous diet; they are extremely versatile and opportunistic in finding sources of nutrition, feeding on carrion, insects, cereal grains, berries, fruit, small animals, and food waste.
Some notable feats of problem-solving provide evidence that the common raven is unusually intelligent. Over the centuries, it has been the subject of mythology, folklore, art, and literature. In many cultures, including the indigenous cultures of Scandinavia, ancient Ireland and Wales, Bhutan, the northwest coast of North America, and Siberia and northeast Asia, the common raven has been revered as a spiritual figure or god.
A close-up taken in Alberta,Canada
A winner,1st place in the contest "Crows and Ravens"
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January 13th, 2017
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Comments (33)
Hartmut Jager
🌼 - EVA, a most Splendid and Perfect Art Photograph ! - No Wonder that You have won several FAA, National and International Photo contests and Awards ! - 🤍 -
Joel Bruce Wallach
The beautiful blend of subtle details with evocative atmospheric treatments creates works of original style, Eva.
Rainbow Artist Orlando L
Wow such a stunning capture!! really enjoy the fine detail of the raven's feather!! beautiful composition and image!! love it very much since i love crows!! L/F
Eva Lechner
I'm so thrilled to have won the 1st place in the contest "Crows and Ravens"!Many thanks to all who have voted for my artwork!
Rene Crystal
Eva, this is such a fantastic capture and presentation - all your creature photos are. Mr. Poe's Raven may have said, "Nevermore", but I say Evermore when scanning your portfolio. Following you and adding this black beauty to my Fav collection.