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Crow (Corvus cornix) vs Peregrine Falcon. County Mayo, West of Ireland- 2 of 3

The Peregrine Falcon is one of the fastest and powerful birds in the world with eyes as good as telescopes and has extraordinary agility.

 

Hooded Crows use their intelligence to identify threats. Studies show that crows are remarkably efficient at picking out potential environmental threats. So instead of waiting until they’re attacked, crows often take proactive action to scare birds, animals, or even humans from their habitats.

One of the main techniques crows use to defend their territories is mobbing.

Some crows are happy to take on large birds on their own or in a group. This crow was on its own and showed no fear. Single crows have been observed violently pursuing eagles that are many times bigger than them.

The battle raged on but who was the winner.

 

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Uploaded on July 31, 2022