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Jackdaw
Jackdaw
The Jackdaw (Corvus monedula) is a small black crow with a grey neck and striking pale eyes.

It is sociable and usually seen in pairs or larger groups. It is quite and acrobatic flier and flocks will often chase and tumble together in flight. On the ground it both walks and hops.

Jackdaw in flight
Jackdaw in flight
Many of them nest in chimney pots in the Pelhams like this one photographed at our neighbours.

Jackdaws nesting on the Bell Tower, St Mary's, Furneux Pelham
Jackdaws nesting on the Bell Tower, St Mary's, Furneux Pelham
 
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