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A Murder of Crows

Season 29 Episode 2 | 53m 10s

Although cultures around the world may regard the crow as a scavenger, bad omen, or nuisance, this bad reputation might overshadow what could be regarded as the crow's most striking characteristic - its intelligence. New research indicates that crows are among the brightest animals in the world. A Murder of Crows brings you these so-called feathered apes, as you have never seen them before.

Aired: 10/23/10 | Expires: 12/31/69
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