
Rook (bird) - Wikipedia
The rook (Corvus frugilegus) is a member of the family Corvidae in the passerine order of birds. It is found in the Palearctic, its range extending from Scandinavia and western Europe to eastern …
Rook (chess) - Wikipedia
The rook (/ rʊk /; ♖, ♜) is a piece in the game of chess. It may move any number of squares horizontally or vertically without jumping, and it may capture an enemy piece on its path; it may …
ROOK Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster
The meaning of ROOK is a common Old World gregarious crow (Corvus frugilegus) that nests and roosts in usually treetop colonies.
Rook, crow or raven? How to tell them apart - Woodland Trust
Rook (Corvus frugilegus) Appearance: similar in size to crows, but their defining feature is bare white/greyish skin at the base of the slender grey bill. When to see: year-round.
The Rook in Chess: Symbolism, History, and Meaning
Aug 23, 2023 · The rook, one of the most recognized and enigmatic pieces in the game of chess, has been the subject of intrigue and fascination for centuries. Its symbolic value is deeply …
Rook - Chess Terms - Chess.com
Here is what you need to know about the rook: When a game begins, each side starts with two rooks. The rooks begin the game in the corners of the chessboard: White's rooks start the …
ROOK | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary
ROOK definition: 1. a large black bird similar to a crow: 2. in the game of chess, a piece that can move along any…. Learn more.
Rook | Carrion-eating, Corvidae, Colonial | Britannica
Feb 20, 2025 · Rook, (Corvus frugilegus), the most abundant Eurasian bird of the crow family Corvidae (q.v.). It resembles the carrion crow in size (45 cm [18 inches]) and in black …
Rook - Description, Habitat, Image, Diet, and Interesting Facts
Rooks are large members of the Corvidae family that live throughout Eurasia. The Rook is related to crows, ravens, jays, jackdaws, and more, and are similar in appearance to their crow …
Rook Bird Facts | Corvus Frugilegus - The RSPB Wildlife Charity
The Rook's bare, greyish-white face, thinner beak and peaked head distinguish it from the Carrion Crow. Rooks are very sociable birds and you're not likely to see one on its own. They feed and …