American Crow
Corvus brachyrhynchos · Crows, Jays, and Magpies
Known for their intelligence and adaptability, American Crows are common, large, all-black birds with a distinctive caw-caw call. They are highly social, often seen in large flocks, and are opportunistic omnivores. Their confident strut and keen observation skills make them a familiar sight in many landscapes.
Resident40-53 cmCaw-caw songOmnivore
20 calls·first heard May 28·last 50d ago
When it's heardpeak 6a · summer
5a12p9p
How to know it
- Large, all-black bird with a thick bill.
- Distinctive, harsh "caw-caw-caw" call.
- Often seen in social groups, walking confidently on the ground.