Jackdaw
Corvus monedula
UK Green ListEasy to see📍 Lake District
Season
Year-round. Ubiquitous.
Best time of day
Any. Flocks.
Lake District
Everywhere. Villages. Crags. That jack-jack. Grey nape. Flocks. Common. Don't ignore them.
UK population
Around 1.4 million pairs. Widespread.
Overview
Jackdaws are everywhere. That jack-jack. Grey nape. Flocks. Villages. Crags. Common. The small crow.
At a Glance
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Corvidae |
| Habitat | Villages · Crags · Fields |
| Diet | Omnivorous. Seeds, insects, scraps. |
| UK population | Around 1.4 million pairs. Widespread. |
| Lake District | Everywhere. Villages. Crags. That jack-jack. Grey nape. Flocks. Common. Don't ignore them. |
| Conservation | UK Green List |
Where to See It
Everywhere. Villages, crags, fields. That jack-jack. Grey nape. Flocks.
Identification
Small crow. Grey nape. Pale eye. Jack call. Flocks. Unmistakeable.
Viewing & Photography Tips
Everywhere. That jack-jack. Common.
Conservation Status
UK Green List
This species is on the UK Green List, indicating a healthy population status in the UK context. It remains an important component of Lake District biodiversity.
Plan your visit to the Lake District
RSPB Haweswater, Grizedale Forest, Leighton Moss. Practical guides to getting there, what to bring, and the best spots for each season.