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American Crow

 

Corvus brachyrhynchos

 

The American Crow is a large passerine bird species found throughout much of North America. The American Crow is a distinctive bird with iridescent black feathers all over. Its legs, feet and bill are also black. Males tend to be larger than females. The most usual call is a loud, short, and rapid caaw-caaw-caaw.

 

Fun Fact
American Crows are common, widespread and adaptable, but they are highly susceptible to the West Nile Virus. They are monitored as a bioindicator.