Appearance
The American Crow (Corvus brachyrhynchos) is a large, all-black bird with a sturdy bill, strong legs, and broad wings. Adults measure approximately 16 to 21 inches from the tip of the bill to the end of the tail.
Males and females look very similar. Males tend to be larger, but appearance alone is not a reliable way to determine the sex of an individual bird.
An Intelligent Bird
Crows belong to the family Corvidae, which also includes jays, ravens, magpies, and nutcrackers. American Crows are intelligent, adaptable birds with good memories and resourceful feeding habits.
Habitat and Calls
Look for American Crows in fields, open woodlands, parks, roadsides, and towns. Their loud, familiar “caw” is often the first sign that they are nearby.
Listen to the American Crow
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