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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