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Woman who rescued injured crow keeps getting 'thank-you gifts' from birds [video] (youtube.com)

866 points by johnnyApplePRNG · 5 days ago · 256 comments on HN

Article summary

The article appears to be about a woman who rescued an injured crow and received 'thank-you gifts' from birds. The details of the article are not available, but the comments suggest that the story involves the crow's ability to form relationships with humans and potentially pass on information to other birds. The discussion revolves around the intelligence and behavior of birds, particularly crows. The story has sparked a heartwarming and interesting conversation about the capabilities of birds.

Main themes

  • bird intelligence
  • human-bird relationships
  • crow behavior
  • animal cognition
  • wildlife interactions

What commenters say

  • Crows are capable of forming relationships with humans and passing on information to other birds, making them unique among animals.
  • The intelligence of birds, including crows, is often underestimated, and they are able to solve problems and adapt to their environments.
  • Some birds, like crows and magpies, are able to recognize and remember individual humans, and can even hold grudges against them.
  • The ability of birds to learn and mimic sounds, including music, is a fascinating aspect of their cognition and behavior.
  • Pissing off a crow can have negative consequences, as they are able to recognize and target individual humans.
  • It may be possible to appease a crow that has been wronged, but this is not a guaranteed solution.
  • The perception of time and intelligence in birds is different from that of humans, and their cognitive abilities should not be judged solely by human standards.
  • Research on bird behavior and cognition has led to a greater understanding of their complex social behaviors and problem-solving abilities.