House Crow look-alikes
Corvus splendens
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Large-billed Crow
Corvus macrorhynchos
Key differences
The House Crow is smaller and has a distinct grey nape and underparts. The Large-billed Crow is entirely glossy black, significantly larger, and has a much heavier, more prominent bill. Their calls are also deeper and harsher.
Jungle Crow
Corvus levaillantii
Key differences
The House Crow is distinguished by its bicolored plumage (grey nape and body). The Jungle Crow is entirely glossy black, larger, and has a more robust build. Its calls are also deeper and more resonant.
Hooded Crow
Corvus cornix
Key differences
The Hooded Crow has similar bicolored plumage but is larger. The grey on the Hooded Crow typically covers the entire body except the black head, wings, and tail, whereas the House Crow has a distinct grey 'collar' on the nape and duller greyish-brown on the back and belly, with a black throat.
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