We know that it’s customary for crows to leave what appear to be “gifts”—shiny metal bits, buttons, marbles, or even lost jewelry—for the humans they bond with. However, the reason why they do so is often under debate. The romantics say it’s an act of reciprocity and friendship, while their more cynical counterparts argue that it’s an act of “manipulation” to get us to do what they want, i.e., leave food. 

However, you read stories like this, and you can’t help but believe in the former. 

A neighborhood rescue mission takes flight

British Columbia-based Leah Wilson noticed a murder of crows in her neighborhood “dive-bombing” and “circling” a nearby house. Apparently, a member of........

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