So you’ve got chickens They’re fluffy, they’re fabulous, and they lay breakfast But now you’ve noticed a few mysterious, dark-feathered figures lurking nearby—crows Are they friends? Foes? Freeloaders? Before you start handing out tiny trench coats and naming them Edgar, let’s break down the pros and cons of letting crows hang around your backyard flock

Pros: The Crow Side of Things

🧠 Smart Security Guards

Crows are basically the neighborhood watch with wings They’re incredibly intelligent and will sound the alarm if predators are nearby Hawks, raccoons, or that one cat with a suspicious glint