Crow vs Raven: What's The Difference
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The key differences between crows and ravens are size, voice, tail shape in flight, and social behaviour.
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Ravens are significantly larger, closer to a hawk, with a wingspan up to 4 feet; crows are smaller, like pigeons, with wingspans around 2.5 feet.
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Ravens have a deep, croaking "gronk," while crows make the familiar higher-pitched "caw".
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A crow's tail fans out evenly (fan-shaped), while a raven's has a longer middle feather, making it look pointed (wedge-shaped).
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Ravens have shaggy, puffed-out throat feathers, while crows have smoother ones.
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Ravens have a thicker, heavier, slightly curved beak, while crows have a straighter, more slender beak.
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Ravens soar and perform acrobatics, while crows tend to flap more directly.
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Ravens often travel in pairs, while crows gather in large groups called flocks.
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