American Crow

A widespread North American corvid known for its black plumage, loud cawing calls, intelligence, and adaptability around human communities.

Overview

Common Name

American Crow

Scientific Name

Corvus brachyrhynchos

Family

Corvidae

Order

Passeriformes

Class

Aves

Region

North American

Group

Bird

Native Range

Canada, United States, Northern Mexico

Habitats

Woodlands, Fields, Farmland, Suburban areas, Urban areas, Parks, Roadside corridors

Diet

Insects, Seeds, Fruit, Carrion, Small animals, Eggs, Human-associated food scraps

Conservation Status

Generally widespread; verify current regional conservation status with authoritative bird references.

Verification

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Fun Facts

American Crows are known for problem-solving and social behavior.
They often gather in large groups called roosts.
Their familiar cawing calls are common in many North American neighborhoods.
American Crows belong to the same family as ravens, jays, magpies, and nutcrackers.

Notes

This entry is intended as a general informational fauna reference.
Local abundance, disease impacts, and legal protections should be checked with current wildlife sources.

Reference Links

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Entry Type

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Slug

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