There is evidence that the original ravens were donated to the tower by the Earls of Dunraven, perhaps because of their association with the Celtic raven-god Bran. However, wild ravens, which were once abundant in London and often seen around meat markets (such as nearby Eastcheap) foraging for scraps, could have roosted at the Tower in earlier times.
There is evidence that the original ravens were given to the tower by the Earls of Dunraven, possibly because they were associated with the Celtic raven-god Bran. Moreover, wild ravens, which once thrived in London and were often seen scavenging near meat markets (like Eastcheap), could have roosted at the Tower during earlier times.