The American Crow & Common Raven - Paperback

by Lawrence Kilham (Author), Joan Waltermire (Illustrator)

Lawrence Kilham’s The American Crow and the Common Raven offers a fascinating look at the complex social lives, intelligence, and behavior of two of North America’s most remarkable birds.

Drawing from more than 8,000 hours of field observation, Kilham explores cooperative breeding, communication, predator mobbing, play, problem-solving, family relationships, and other aspects of crow and raven behavior. His patient, nonintrusive approach allowed him to observe individual birds closely and document their interactions in remarkable detail.

Written in a clear, engaging style and complemented by Joan Waltermire’s black-and-white illustrations, this thoughtful study will appeal to birdwatchers, nature enthusiasts, and anyone interested in animal behavior.

The book has been praised for its rich observations, memorable anecdotes, scientific insight, and accessible writing. Reviewers have described it as informative, beautifully illustrated, and one of the most engaging studies of crow and raven life.

About the Author

Lawrence Kilham was a Fellow of the American Ornithologists’ Union, professor emeritus of microbiology at Dartmouth Medical School, and a distinguished virologist. He died in 2000.