Corvids are some of the most intelligent birds around and can be really interesting to have in care. However, their intelligence and social structure can make rehabilitation and release tricky, with what seem like small mistakes leading to big issues.
This introductory course will cover the basics and will give you plenty to think about when it comes to corvid care.
🗓️ Course starts: Monday 19th January 2026
💰 Presale price: £40 (save £10 before 1st January 2026)
⏳ Access: 12 months to complete at your own pace
Each module includes:
🎥 Video presentations
📚 Reference materials and reading lists
🧩 Downloadable templates and checklists
🧠 A short quiz to reinforce your learning
Course Overview
Module 1 – Understanding Corvids
Explore the world of UK corvids — crows, rooks, ravens, magpies, and jackdaws. Learn about their intelligence, social structures, and natural behaviours to better understand their care needs.
Module 2 – When and How to Help
Learn how to safely assess whether a corvid needs intervention, how to handle and contain them safely, and the key first steps to take after rescue. Includes public guidance and triage basics.
Module 3 – Admission and Triage
Understand how to conduct an initial health check, identify signs of shock, dehydration, or injury, and set up temporary housing for stabilisation. Includes practical templates and observation guides.
Module 4 – Feeding and Housing
Learn what to feed corvids of different ages, how to avoid imprinting and behavioural issues, and how to design appropriate housing and enrichment to support recovery and natural behaviour.
Module 5 – Behaviour, Stress, and Enrichment
Corvids are highly intelligent and emotionally complex. This module covers stress reduction, mental stimulation, social needs, and techniques that promote welfare and successful rehabilitation.
Module 6 – Release and Long-Term Care
Understand when a corvid is ready for release, how to plan a safe and ethical release, and options for non-releasable birds. Includes guidance on soft release and social integration.
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