Crows‍‌‍‍‌‍‌‍‍‌ and ravens are the subjects of numerous scientific studies, as their behaviour is very similar to that of humans, especially in terms of memory, problem solving and social awareness.

Corvus splendens — Corvus meaning ‘raven’ in Latin and splendens meaning ‘shining’ or ‘brilliance’ — is a fitting name for the strikingly intelligent birds that house crows are. Crows have long ...