Common Name
Torresian Crow
Alternate name
Crow, Australian Crow
Comment
Very common and widespread.
Stronghold population
False
Regionally significant/rationale
False
Restricted distribution/rationale
False
Local distribution
Common species of a variety of habitats. Adults probably sedentary whilst immatures more nomadic. Individuals may be attracted to food sources like a variety of crops.
Known location
Clagiraba, Coomera, Andrews, Bethania, Pimpama, Worongary, Hope Island, Tallebudgera Creek, Carbrook
Other locality
Very common and widespread in open habitats, including farmland , gardens and parks. Probably increasing in abundance.
General ecology
Open forest, woodland, farmland, gardens, parks.
Habitat comment
Crows adapt very well to urban environments, feeding upon roadkills, food scraps, and raiding backyard compost heaps. They are probably increasing in numbers after earlier persecution by farmers.
