carrion crow

• 一种大型黑色鸟类，属于鸦科（Corvus corone），分布于欧洲和亚洲，以食腐为生，叫声嘶哑。

A large, black bird of the crow family (Corvus corone) found across Europe and Asia, known for its scavenging habits and distinctive hoarse call.

1. A type of birdB1formal

   A medium-sized black bird (Corvus corone) found in Europe and Asia, known for its scavenging habits.

   小嘴乌鸦

   • A carrion crow was perched on the fence.
   • Carrion crows are often seen in fields and woodlands.
   • The carrion crow has a distinctive, harsh call.

2. ScavengerB1formal

   A bird that feeds on dead animals and carrion.

   食腐鸟

   • The carrion crow is an important scavenger in the ecosystem.
   • It competes with other birds for access to carrion.
   • Carrion crows help clean up the environment by eating dead animals.