What Is A Group Of Crows Called
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A group of crows is most famously called a "murder," a term from medieval times linked to folklore and their association with omens.
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They can also be called a "flock," "mob," "horde," or "muster," with "flock" being the most common general term for birds.
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Murder is the most well-known, dramatic term, originating from old texts and the crow's ominous reputation.
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Crows are scavengers often found near battlefields and graveyards, feeding on carrion, leading to beliefs they brought bad omens.
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Tales described crows as forming councils (a "parliament") to judge and kill a member, solidifying the "murder" association.
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Their black feathers and eerie calls enhanced their mysterious and ominous reputation.
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A myth suggested crows held trials to punish their own, executing the accused, reinforcing the "murder" concept.
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Despite the ominous name, crows are highly intelligent, social birds known for problem-solving, tool use, and complex communication.
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