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Sinaloa Crow

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Corvus sinaloae

1 Identification
2 Distribution
3 Taxonomy
4 Habitat
5 Behaviour
6 External Links

[edit] Identification

34-38cm. Silky and glossy plumage, black bill, legs and feet.

[edit] Distribution

Endemic to Western Mexico.

[edit] Taxonomy

This is a monotypic species.

[edit] Habitat

Seashore, semi-desert, open woodlands, river banks and hills up to 300 metres or more. It is very common around coastal towns and villages.

[edit] Behaviour

It forages on the ground for food and the diet includes small shellfish, crabs, and insects. Fruits of many types are also taken, as are eggs and nestlings when opportunity arises.

It nests in a thorny tree or a tall coconut palm.