There are about 40 species of crow. There are many different sizes of crows. The American crow measures around 17.5 inches (45 centimeters). The fish crow measures around 19 inches (48 cm). The common raven is much larger and measures around 27 inches (69 cm).
Crows can be found all over the world in a variety of habitats. The American crow lives all over North America and prefers open areas — agricultural land and grasslands — with trees nearby. While some birds are fairly quiet, these black birds are known for their loud sounds. While their most notable sound is a caw, they can coo or even rattle. Its sound makes identification even easier.
Crows are omnivores (eats both plant and animal foods) and will sometimes come to eat one food, such as insects, but then stay around or return to eat another, such as garden produce. Crows eat small animals such as mammals, amphibians, reptiles, eggs and carrion.
Crows are extremely intelligent birds. They are known for their problem-solving skills and amazing communication skills. They use tools to solve complex problems, and they remember faces for years and mimic sounds they hear.
Crow (genus Corvus)
