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Befriending my backyard murder of crows and teaching you how to do the same.
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Just me? Or you too?

The truth is, I did need this though. I needed the excuse to go outside each day. I needed the reminder to spend time out in nature. I needed the time to slow down, unplug, and notice the small things.

People often get excited for the crows to bring them a gift, but for me, the best gift they have given me is strengthening my relationship with nature.

I’m curious, for those of you who have befriended a crow, what has been your reasoning behind it?

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#crowlovers #naturegirl #naturelover #corvids #neededthis by @watch.my.murder

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6 days ago

Looking to befriend a crow? You’re in the right place!

I began befriending my neighborhood crows about 3 years ago. At first they were very shy, but now they stop by every day and even bring gifts!

Here are my top tips on how to earn their friendship:

✨Bring some snacks! It all starts here. Unsalted peanuts in the shell, scrambled eggs, and dry dog kibble have all been favorites. Yes, crows are scavengers and will eat just about anything, but that doesn’t mean everything you leave them is healthy. Avoid salted/flavored nuts, dairy and highly processed foods (yes, they might like them, but it’s not healthy for them in the long run)

✨Be consistent. Crows are highly intelligent and can easily notice patterns. Showing up around the same time at the same place each day will help you earn their trust. You can also try having your own distinctive signal (like a whistle or greeting) that will help them begin to recognize you from afar.

✨Respect their space. It’s tempting to want to get up close as quickly as possible, but it’s important to remember they are wild animals. Unless you live in an area where crows are already socialized to humans, they will appreciate you keeping your distance while you earn their trust.

✨Give it time. Don’t give up if they don’t come around right away. Based on social media posts, you may think they’ll be eating out of your hand in a matter of weeks, but for most geographic areas, that’s not realistic. Just keep on giving it time as it could take months or even years before they get comfortable with you.

If you have befriended crows, what tips would you add?

And if you’re befriending crows for the first time, I wish you the best of luck!!

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#corvids #crowlovers #cuervo #birdphotography #naturelovers An American crow perched on his shed, looking directly at the camera. Heading: how to befriend your local crows. subtitle: in four easy steps. by @watch.my.murder

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17 days ago

OMG 🤩

No matter how many times they visit, I’m still in awe that they chose me and my yard. I mean, the peanuts and treats I leave out help, but I still feel lucky that they grace me with their presence!

✨Follow if you’d like to learn how to befriend the crows!

#corvids #crowsofinstagram #nikon #nikonbirds #birdphotography by @watch.my.murder

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3 hours ago

Send this to someone whose texts you’ve been ignoring.

If you can’t reach me, you know where I am. Most likely in my backyard with a handful of peanuts making friends with the crows.

✨Follow if you want tips on how to too can befriend your local murder of crows!

#corvids #crowlovers #crowsofinstagram #naturelovers #crowstagram by @watch.my.murder

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2 days ago

They’ll take care of it 💅🏼

Not only can crows recognize individual human faces, they’re know to hold grudges against humans for decades. They can even pass down their grudge to their offspring or to other crows within their community.

Long story short, don’t make enemies with a crow.

There are countless stories from around the world of people who have made crows upset with them (either intentionally or not) and those crows taking out revenge on them for long periods of time.

For me, I’d rather be friends when the crows. I’ve been feeding my neighborhood crows for almost three years now, ever since I moved into my new house. And now they bring me gifts!

✨Follow for tips and tricks on how to befriend the crows near you!

#crowlovers #corvids #datinghumor #naturelovers #crowsofinstagram by @watch.my.murder

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4 days ago

Often misunderstood, and sometimes even feared, these birds are real quite incredible!

You may have heard of their superior intelligence or their problem-solving abilities, but I also think they’re just stunning to look at.

Sure, they don’t have the flashy colors of tropical birds, or the iridescence of other black birds, but once you pay closer attention, you get to know their unique beauty 🖤

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#corvidsofinstagram #crowsofinstagram #crowstagram #naturelovers #crowlovers by @watch.my.murder

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5 days ago

Photo 9 is my favorite, which one is yours?

This was a great week in befriending the crows, although I am worrying that I haven’t seen any of their fledglings yet. They usually bring them to my yard by this point in the season, but I haven’t seen any yet

They also haven’t gone missing for a few weeks like they usually do when raising their offspring. 🥺

I’m hoping they did gave a successful breeding season and that their patterns are just different this year. Gotta hold onto hope!

Of course I had to add fellow birder @bonnerblack’s new release to this post. 🎶

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#crowbros #corvids #birdphotography #naturelovers #wildernesslifestyle An American crow perched in a maple tree by @watch.my.murder

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8 days ago

Crows are often misunderstood, but when you get go know them, they really are quite incredible!

There are so many amazing crow facts that I couldn’t include them all in this post. So drop your favorite crow facts in the comments and share this with someone who needs to change their perception of crows 🖤

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#crowlovers #naturelovers #corvids #birdfacts #birdphotography by @watch.my.murder

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9 days ago

Your daily dose of crows! ✨

I’m new around here and am looking for fellow crow lovers. If that’s you, I’m glad we could connect! I enjoy taking photos of the murder of crows that visit me each day.

I’ve been leaving food out for them ever since I moved to this neighborhood about 3 years ago and now they visit me daily.

✨Follow for more photos as well as tips on how to befriend the crows in your area.

Have any questions about befriending crows? Drop them below! 👇🏼

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#corvids #crowlovers #cuervo #naturelovers #birdphotography by @watch.my.murder

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11 days ago

Want to befriend a crow? Me too!!

These crows are a pair that I’ve been making friends with for almost 3 years now.

They love peanuts, scrambled eggs, and posing pretty for photos 📸 They don’t like the neighborhood raven, barking dogs, and the hawks who steal their food 🦅

If you’d like to learn how to make friends with your local crows, be sure to follow! I share tips and tricks on how to safely make friends with these beautiful creatures 🖤

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#corvids #crowlovers #cuervo #birdphotography #naturelovers by @watch.my.murder

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12 days ago

Crows form lifelong bonds with their mate and share nesting and parenting responsibilities equally. This strong teamwork increases their chances of survival and helps their babies thrive.

This is the bonded pair who visit me each day, even when it’s raining!

In past years, they have brought their fledglings to my yard to enjoy the snacks I leave out for them. This year, I haven’t seen any yet, but it’s still early and I hope to see them soon!

In the meantime, it’s been a joy to see these two lovebirds be affectionate with one another. I often see them allopreening (when one grooms the feathers of the other), doing their sweet little greeting dance or working together to chase off the neighborhood hawks. 🖤

Have you seen any crow fledglings in your area yet?

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#corvids #crowlovers #birdphotography #naturelovers #cuervo A pair of American crows perched on a shed forming the shape of a heart by @watch.my.murder

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14 days ago

Crow aren’t the only animal I photograph, but they are my favorite!

If you love crows, you’re in the right place! I’ve been making friends with the crows in my backyard for almost 3 years now.

When I first started, I could hear them in the neighborhood but they never came around. Now, thanks to a lot of peanuts, they visit daily.

If you’re looking to make friends with your local crows, be sure to follow as I share tips, tricks, and crow facts.

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#wildlifephotography #backyardphotography #corvids #crowlovers #naturelovers by @watch.my.murder

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