Species BirdsAmerican Crow

American Crow

Corvus brachyrhynchos

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Illustration of American Crow (Corvus brachyrhynchos)

The American Crow is an all-black, highly intelligent bird that lives in large, noisy family groups. Known for using tools, recognizing human faces, and holding grudges. Abundant across North America.

Habitat
Virtually every habitat — farmland, forest, suburbs, and coastlines
Diet
Omnivorous: insects, seeds, carrion, food waste, eggs, and small animals
How common
Common

Best time to see a American Crow

The best time to see a American Crow is January–July, when about 66% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 118,244 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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