House Crow
Corvus splendens
Aves › Passeriformes › Corvidae › Corvus
Conservation status: least_concern
This common bird of the crow family is associated with human settlements throughout its range, from small villages to large cities. Being an omnivorous scavenger has enabled it to thrive in such circumstances. It is also noted for its ability to use tools.
How To Identify
These medium-sized birds are characterized by their uniformly glossy black plumage, giving them a sleek and somewhat menacing appearance when viewed in sunlight.
Habitat
House Crows are urban and semi-urban birds found in cities, towns, and cultivated areas across the Indian subcontinent and parts of the Middle East and East Africa.
Behaviour
These highly social crows are known for their intelligence and adaptability, often forming large flocks that roost together and coordinate foraging activities in urban environments.
Native Range
The house crow is native to southern Asia, including Nepal, Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Laccadive Islands, southern Myanmar, south Thailand, and coastal southern Iran.
Did You Know?
House Crows have a distinctive grey nape and breast that contrasts sharply with their otherwise black plumage, earning them the nickname 'the crow in a grey waistcoat.' They are remarkably bold around humans and will readily visit outdoor dining areas to scavenge for food.
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