An intelligent bird with black plumage, the crow became known as one of witches’ favorite pets. Find out why!
In the past, many people thought that crows were bad luck and even that they were friends with witches and other dark beings. This is only because of the black plumage, the shrill voice and the habit of eating the remains of dead animals from time to time.
What helped make these birds’ fame even worse is that they tend to give people a good scare.
people. They approach suddenly, making a lot of noise and opening their wings with a brave face and the pose of someone who is going to attack.
But that doesn’t mean crows are evil or anything like that. Quite the opposite. In fact, they do this whole scene to scare off enemies when they feel threatened or to show joy and attract the attention of their fellow gang members.
Very smart
Crows are quite intelligent and can adapt to different regions. They can be
found in places covered in ice or hot like a desert.
Wherever it is, this bird always finds a way to find food. It’s just that it has a varied menu and doesn’t frown on any type of food. It goes after seeds, insects, small reptiles and mammals, chicks of other birds and eggs. If necessary, it will even eat dead animals.
While the flock feeds, one or two birds always keep watch. If they see any sign of danger, they make a big fuss warning their friends to run away.
CUTE BED
When winter ends, crows prepare to have their young.
First, the female seeks a well-protected shelter high in trees or rocks. Then, he begins to build the nest, using clay to glue together intertwined twigs and twigs. Inside, she prepares a lining made of feathers and leaves, looking like a bed, it’s so fluffy.
Females lay four to six bluish eggs with gray spots. Chicks are born with their eyes closed and almost no feathers. Both the male and the female take care of the little crows, which remain in the nest for 40 days and are fed by their parents until they become strong and can fly.
Did you know that…
- Can certain species of crow imitate the songs of other birds and can even learn some words like parrots?
- Is the crow’s voice called a caw?
- In the Tower of London, England, does a flock of crows live?
- The English believe that if they leave the power of the kings will end. That’s why all crows have their wings clipped.
- In Brazil, is it common to call the crow a vulture? It is the influence of the Portuguese who knew the crow from Europe and thought the birds were the same.
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Source: Recreio
