Crows have roots in folklore and mythology because of how intelligent they are - so intelligent, in fact, that they're considered one of the world's smartest animals. While we may never know how they ...

Besides being dark and mysterious, crows are extremely intelligent birds. So smart, in fact, that it might be a little bit scary. Even though their brains are the size of a human thumb, their ...

Our crows have been singing to us. Scores of them from the tops of our trees for the past several weeks. I’m hearing them as I type this, and their melodious songs are punctuated by the pelting pecans ...

Researchers have made startling discoveries in recent years about a crow’s ability to communicate, solve problems, remember people, and use tools. What they’re discovering about crow brains is ...

On October 14, 2025, a huge flock of crows filled the sky over Qiqihar, Heilongjiang, forming a dark, swirling cloud that drew stunned onlookers and filled the air with the sound of hundreds of wings.

Crows don’t just remember humans. Here’s a breakdown of how they form opinions, assign reputations and teach each other who to trust. If you’ve ever felt like a crow was watching you a little too ...

New Caledonian crows may find tool use fun, according to a new study. This is an Inside Science story. (Inside Science) -- Getting food is nice. But scoring that food through clever tool use is even ...