Crows

Meet Salem, Olaf & Oden!

Common Name: American Crow
Scientific Name: Corvus brachyrhynchos
A group of them is called: A murder
We just call them: "Russell Crow"

Size: 85 – 120 cm (wingspan)
Weight: 320 – 620 grams
Lifespan: ~ 7 - 8 years (wild), 15 -20 years (captivity)
Diet: Omnivore

SALEM'S STORY

Salem was kept as a pet in Alberta for about 4 years, after having both legs treated for being broken as a baby.

OLAF'S STORY

Olaf also came into our care after being kept as a pet, and therefore cannot be released into the wild.

ODEN'S STORY

Oden is one lucky crow; after having his esophagus removed by a dog, our vet was able to reconstruct it! He cannot go back into the wild, but he is living happily with our other crows as an Animal Ambassador.

Did You Know?

There are over 45 different species of crows worldwide, and a group of crows is called a murder.
Crows are incredibly intelligent and have the largest brain-to-body ratio in the bird kingdom. Part of their intelligence includes having amazing memories.
Crows will remember places that are important to their family for generations!
The crow is part of the same family as the blue jay.
Crows will mimic sounds made by humans or other animals. Many people do not know that crows are able to make vocalizations similar to a parrot.