Crows and ravens may look similar, but they have distinct differences. Ravens are larger with chunkier beaks, longer shaggy feathers on their necks, deeper croaks, and more acrobatic flight ...

The differences in the American crow and the common raven are obvious when seen together. The raven weighs 2.6 pounds and has a wingspan of 53 inches.

My Rule For Recognizing Ravens in the Wild How to tell the difference between a crow and a raven, simplified: 1. If it looks like a crow, it's a crow. 2. If you're not sure, it's a crow. 3.