Crows



A crow is a bird of the genus Corvus, or more broadly, a synonym for all of Corvus. The American crow is a large passerine bird species commonly found throughout much of North America. Read more ...

Crows are known for their remarkable intelligence, adaptability, and social behaviors.

They are known for their ability to use tools, mimic sounds, and even recognize human faces.

Crows are one of the few animal species known to create and use tools, such as sticks to retrieve food or to open boxes.

Crows can understand and apply concepts from one situation to another, demonstrating a level of reasoning similar to that of a young child.

They can solve complex puzzles, remember faces, and hold grudges, showcasing their cognitive abilities.

Crows can understand the principle of water displacement, a concept that some human children struggle with.

Crows have different vocal dialects, similar to human languages, allowing them to communicate effectively within their groups.

They are known for imitating sounds, including human speech, other birds, and even car horns.

Crows are highly social birds, often seen in large flocks or family groups, and they communicate with each other through various calls and gestures.

Some studies suggest that crows may participate in funeral rituals for their deceased, showing a potential for complex social bonding.

Crows are known to hide food in various locations for later retrieval.

They have a reputation for stealing shiny objects and sometimes mimicking human sounds to trick or tease people.

Crows can sometimes damage crops by consuming grains and other produce, though they also contribute to pest control.

In some cultures, crows have been associated with death, disease, and bad omens.

Crows have also been portrayed as wise advisors, problem-solvers, and even tricksters in folklore and mythology.

Crows mate for life.




Crows Are So Smart They Can Identify Geometric Shapes, Study Finds   Science Alert - April 22, 2025

Crows have a sense of geometric intuition much like our own, a new study reveals. They can detect the 'odd one out' in a set of geometric shapes, and have an affinity for geometric regularity Ð shapes with consistent features, like squares, as opposed to irregular ones, like rhombuses.




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