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Crow intelligence sets the stage for a remarkable friendship

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February 19, 2026

A crow in Frankfurt visits a human companion every day. It recognizes his face, follows him to work, and waits at his window for nuts. The remarkable bond highlights just how smart the birds are.

A crow in Frankfurt forms an extraordinary bond with a hospital employee who once fed it at home. The bird recognized him, followed him to work, and now visits his window daily for nuts. Ornithologist Bernd Petry explains that crows are highly intelligent, able to recognize individual human faces and build lasting social connections. This unique friendship may last as long as the crow lives—up to 15 years.

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