Adult: Solid black. Short legs and strong stocky bill. Tail squared off, partially fan shaped. Its "caw" call helps to distinguish it from the Fish Crow's "ca" which is nasal and pitched higher. The American Crow flies with a business-like "flap, flap, flap" of the wings that imparts a sense of purpose or planned destination. 

Immature:  Similar to adult.

Habitat: All forest habitats, agricultural and residential areas. Beaches and landfills.

A Florida resident. 

Text by Mary Jean Rogers, West Volusia Audubon.