Nature

A Murder of Crows

Although cultures around the world may regard the crow as a scavenger, bad omen, or nuisance, this bad reputation might overshadow what could be regarded as the crow's most striking characteristic - its intelligence. New research indicates that crows are among the brightest animals in the world. A Murder of Crows brings you these so-called feathered apes, as you have never seen them before.

Short | The Crow and the Caveman | A Murder of Crows

2m 7s

In the first few minutes from "A Murder of Crows" we learn that crows are always watching, learning, and remembering.

Previews + Extras

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    A Murder of Crows Preview

    S29 E2 - 30s

    Crows do not have the best of reputations, but new research has shown they are among the most intelligent animals in the world, able to use tools and recognize each other's voices and 250 distinct calls. "A Murder of Crows" premieres Sunday, October 24, 2010 (check local listings).

  • Education | As the Crow Flies: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Education | As the Crow Flies

    S29 E2 - 6m 50s

    Researchers from the University of Washington conduct a long-term experiment to see if crows can pass down information from one generation to the next.

  • A Murder of Crows - Preview: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    A Murder of Crows - Preview

    S29 E2 - 30s

    New research has shown that crows are among the most intelligent animals in the world. 10/16/2011

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