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Corvidae - Crows, Ravens, Jays, Magpies

There are around 117 species in this family. They are larger than most birds in the passerine order and can range in size from 7-25 inches in length. They have long, strong bills with bristles over their nostrils.
 

Classification

 Phylum: Chordata
 Class: Aves
 Order: Passeriformes 
 Family: Corvidae