A STUDY OF THE BLACK CROW CORVUS CAPENSIS.

Abstract

Summary. The habits of the Black Crow in Eastern Cape Province are described. Resident pairs are strongly territorial, but roving flocks feed over wide areas. Main breeding season is from August to November. Incubation period about 18 days, both parents sharing incubation. Nestling period about 38 days, both parents feeding young. Diet is very varied, e.g . vegetable matter, including seeds, fruits and bulbs; insect matter, especially dung‐beetles; vertebrates, such as amphibia and small chickens. Indigestible matter is regurgitated in pellets.