American Crow
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NameAmerican Crow
Common NameAmerican Crow
Scientific NameCorvus brachyrhynchos
FamilyCorvidae
Wingspan (cm)92.5
Length (cm)45
Weight (g)468.5
Plumage DetailsEntirely glossy black plumage, including the beak, legs, and eyes. The feathers can exhibit an iridescent sheen, particularly in bright sunlight, appearing purplish or bluish-black.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its loud, harsh "caw-caw" calls, often repeated in various patterns. They also produce a wide range of other vocalizations, including rattles, clicks, gurgles, and alarm calls, used for complex communication within their social groups.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, woodland, farmland, urban, suburban, coastal, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across most of North America, from southern Canada through the United States to northern Mexico. They are generally absent from parts of the southwestern desert and high mountain ranges.
Identifying Featuresall-black plumage, large size, sturdy, straight bill, distinctive 'caw-caw' call, social behavior, fan-shaped tail in flight
Description
The American Crow is a large, intelligent, all-black passerine bird found across North America. Known for its distinctive "caw-caw" call and highly social behavior, it often forages in open areas and roosts communally. This species is highly adaptable, thriving in a variety of environments.
