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Crows
Crows are In the genus Corvus and are large passerine birds. All temperate continents with the exception of South America and a few islands including Hawaii have examples of the 40 members of this genus. Genus Corvus appear to have evolved in central Asia and migrated out into North America, Africa, Europe, and Australia.
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Crows eat many different types of plants and animals. This includes berries, nuts, and fruit, as well as road kill and dead fish.
They can do if they find it in the right place.
But they are too large to get seed from most feeders.
(Rooks and Jackdaws have been seeen on bird feeders!)
What is the crows nest used for on a ship?
There are two possibilities:
- A crows nest can be the nest of a species of bird called a crow. These are big twiggy nests built in the tops of trees and as crows like to nest together, clusters of nests form which are called a "rookery". Rookeries are very noisy in the breeding season.
- The term "crow's nest" is also the name given the to platform at the top of the main mast of a ship. In the early designs it was simply a barrel or a basket lashed to the tallest mast. Later it became a specially designed platform with protective railing.
well crows are like people you eat them and they die so if they attack squirlls that wud be racist xx
Crows live anywhere and everywhere with the exception of New Zealand, South America and Antarctica. Other than those select locations, crows can be found in parking lots, school playgrounds and hoarding over garbage cans anywhere in the world. So, yes.
A crow's nest can be twice as big as a basket ball, almost to the size of a beach ball.
How do you look after baby crows?
If you want to learn how to look after fledglings, there are some very good websites to help you. There are sites for pet birds and there are sites for wild birds. For one example, if you want help with a wild bird, see Sources and Related Links further down this page.
When can you hunt crow in California?
There is no closed season for crows you are allowed to hunt any time of year
Which is bigger the crow or the raven?
A crow is actually a member of the Crow family, which includes birds like magpies and jackdaws.
What are the predators of the crows?
It depends on if your talking about domestic cattle or wild bulls. For domestic cattle if you are out in the country wolves, foxes, or any wild canine might prey on your calves. If you keep a close eye on your cattle and maybe have a dog outside to keep them away its all good.
But remember wolves and other canines aren't bad they just need to eat something because we are destroying their homes and food.
Why are the black crows everywhere you seem to go?
they do this because they are trying to protect themselves.
When crows and other birds swoop at passers-by, it's usually a sign that they have either eggs or freshly hatched young in a nest nearby. While protecting her young, the mother tends to assume that everyone who comes close to her tree is a threat to her young.
What is the lifetime for crows?
An American or common crow can live for thirty (30!) years. This from records of captive birds. Surf the link to our friends at Wikipedia for more information on what may be the smartest of all the birds.
Crows do not hibernate. Some will migrate to areas where the weather is better and where there is more food however.
How old is a rooster when he begins to crow?
A cockerel will usually start to practice crowing at about 5 months old or sooner, especially if the alpha rooster is vocal. The young roosters often mimic the boss bird and answer to his calls.
Crows typically do not live in birdhouses, as they prefer to nest in trees, tall shrubs, or other natural sites. They are large birds that require more space than most birdhouses provide. Additionally, crows are highly intelligent and often build their own nests rather than relying on artificial structures. However, they may occasionally use larger birdhouses if they are designed to accommodate their size.
What is the food habit of a crow?
A crow's diet usually consists of insects and their larvae. They eat locust, grasshoppers, beetles, spiders, crickets, and locusts.
Is it legal to keep a crow as a pet?
It depends on which country/state your in. For example, the law on pets in Georgia, is you cannot keep any animal that is domestic to the state of Georgia, as a pet
My rooster can't crow. he sounds like he is sick. why?
He probably has a cold or something which is affecting his ability to crow as it I'd probably painful for him. When he's better I'm sure he'll be crowing all day and rule the roost once more! :D
