The Alpine Chough is a medium-sized bird characterized by glossy black plumage and a bright yellow beak. Its legs are red and its eyes are dark. It lives mainly in high mountains, where it feeds on insects, fruits, and seeds. It is a social bird, often seen in large flocks, and is particularly noisy with its boisterous calls. Its preferred habitat includes rocky areas and alpine meadows. Breeding occurs in the spring and summer, with nests built in crevices or rock cavities. The species is very opportunistic and often approaches mountain huts in search of food.