Pied Crow
NamePied Crow
Common NamePied Crow
Scientific NameCorvus albus
FamilyCorvidae
Wingspan (cm)92.5
Length (cm)49
Weight (g)550
Plumage DetailsGlossy black head, throat, wings, and tail, contrasting sharply with a large white collar and breast. The belly and flanks are also black.
Vocalization / CallTypically a series of harsh, guttural 'kraaak' or 'kaaar' calls, often repeated. They also produce a variety of other croaks and clucking sounds.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsurban, grassland, forest, coastal
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeWidespread across sub-Saharan Africa, from Mauritania and Senegal east to Eritrea and Somalia, and south to South Africa. Also found on some islands in the Indian Ocean.
Identifying Featuresbicolored black and white plumage, large white collar and breast, all-black head and wings, stout black bill, intelligent behavior
Description
The Pied Crow is a medium-sized, striking bicolored crow found across much of sub-Saharan Africa. It is highly adaptable, often seen in human-modified landscapes, and known for its intelligent and opportunistic behavior.
