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Also Known As	Corvus

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Carrion crow (Corvus corone)

Illustration of an American crow (Corvus brachyrhynchos), a glossy black bird, perched on a small branch.

A hooded crow (Corvus corone cornix) stands on grass, showing its gray body with black head, wings, and throat.

An American Crow (Corvus brachyrhynchos) stands on grass and dry leaves, showing its glossy black feathers and sturdy beak.

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A brown cow in a grassy field scratches its face with a long-handled brush, with trees and a house in the background.

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