Western Scrub-Jay by Giedt Hall
The crow family (
Corvidae) has over 100 different types of birds. Common features include an elongated beak, shortened or curled tail, and four well-developed toes. Generally considered to be intelligent birds. These birds are omnivorous.
We also see some crow migration in Davis.
Local Species
| Common Name | Taxonomic Classification | Habitats |
| American Crows | (Agelaius phoeniceus) | throughout region |
| Western Scrub-Jays | (Aphelocoma californica) | throughout region |
| Yellow-Billed Magpies | (Pica nuttalli) | only Central Valley of California |


