10 Birds That Eat Other Birds Eggs

Northern Shrike (Lanius excubitor) This bird is also known as the "butcher bird" because it impales its prey on thorns or barbed wire fences. It will eat the eggs and nestlings of a variety of other birds, including songbirds, sparrows, and finches.

Great Black-backed Gull (Larus marinus) This large gull is a common sight along coastlines and in open areas. It is an opportunistic feeder and will eat a variety of foods, including fish, insects, and other birds' eggs.

Red-headed Woodpecker (Melanerpes erythrocephalus) This woodpecker is found in North America. It eats a variety of foods, including insects, nuts, and berries. However, it will also eat the eggs and nestlings of other birds, especially those of smaller songbirds.

Red-bellied Woodpecker (Melanerpes carolinus) This woodpecker is also found in North America. It has a similar diet to the red-headed woodpecker, but it is less likely to eat other birds' eggs.

Blue Jay (Cyanocitta cristata) This jay is found in North America. It is a common backyard bird and is known for its loud call. Blue jays are omnivores and will eat a variety of foods, including insects, nuts, fruits, and the eggs and nestlings of other birds.

Gray Jay (Perisoreus canadensis) This jay is found in North America, primarily in the northern regions. It is a scavenger and will eat a variety of foods, including carrion, insects, and other birds' eggs.

Common Raven (Corvus corax) This raven is found in North America, Europe, and Asia. It is a large, intelligent bird that is known for its ability to mimic sounds. Ravens are omnivores and will eat a variety of foods, including carrion, insects, and other birds' eggs.

American Crow (Corvus brachyrhynchos) This crow is found in North America. It is a common bird that is known for its loud caw. Crows are omnivores and will eat a variety of foods, including insects, nuts, fruits, and the eggs and nestlings of other birds.

Fish Crow (Corvus ossifragus) This crow is found in North America, primarily along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts. It is a scavenger and will eat a variety of foods, including fish, crabs, and other birds' eggs.