Fish Crow

A dark corvid of the eastern and southeastern United States, often associated with coastlines, rivers, wetlands, and developed areas.

Overview

Common Name

Fish Crow

Scientific Name

Corvus ossifragus

Family

Corvidae

Order

Passeriformes

Class

Aves

Region

North American

Group

Bird

Native Range

Eastern United States, Southeastern United States, Atlantic and Gulf coastal regions

Habitats

Coastal areas, Marshes, Rivers, Lakeshores, Urban areas, Suburban areas

Diet

Aquatic animals, Eggs, Carrion, Insects, Fruit, Human-associated food scraps

Conservation Status

Generally widespread in parts of its range; verify current regional status.

Verification

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Fun Facts

Fish Crows can look very similar to American Crows.
Their nasal call is one of the best field clues for identification.
Despite the name, Fish Crows eat many foods besides fish.
They are often found near water but may also occur in towns and cities.

Notes

This entry is intended as a starter informational profile.
Identification should be checked with voice, range, and behavior because Fish Crows can resemble American Crows.

Reference Links

Quick Info

Entry URL

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Entry Type

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Slug

corvus-ossifragus

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