A Short Poem About Crows Harassing Owls

Nature-Inspired Bird Haiku – 5-7-5 Poem About Crows Harassing Owls

Crows are clever, social, and surprisingly vengeful. When one of their own is threatened, or simply annoyed, they gather in raucous numbers. One of their most persistent foes? The owl. This haiku captures the noisy storm that erupts when daylight crows discover a roosting predator.

Caws flood the forest—
a winged choir hounds its foe.
Owl gets no rest.

Justin Farley

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I’ve always been fascinated by the relationship between crows and owls. It’s one of those strange dramas that plays out daily in the natural world. One bird is the symbol of night, wisdom, and solitude. The other, of mystery, community, and intelligence. They often feel like opposite sides of the same coin.

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Crows are know as symbols of death, mystery, and intelligence. Here are some additional quick, fun facts you might not know:

10 Interesting Facts About Crows and Their Enemies

1. Crows are known to mob predators like hawks and owls to defend their territory.
2. They use specific vocal cues to rally other crows when a threat is present.
3. Owls often roost during the day, making them vulnerable to attacks from crows.
4. Crows have excellent memories and can remember specific enemies.
5. Scientists have recorded crows teaching younger birds who to fear.
6. A group of crows is called a “murder”—an old poetic term with eerie resonance.
7. Owls and crows rarely compete for food but share space, fueling this rivalry.
8. Crows have been seen holding “funerals” for their dead—gathering silently.
9. They often perch and call in coordinated rhythm to confuse or scare threats.
10. While crows attack owls in the day, owls may prey on crows at night—a true cycle of enmity.

Have you ever witnessed flocks of crows gathering and flying through the forest? Share your story or reflection in the comments.

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