I’m not quite sure why Mr. Seitz is disturbed by the presence of crows in Kenmore. Corvids — crows, ravens and jays — are at the top of the intelligence list as far as birds go. They are pesky, and can be funny or upsetting depending upon what they are doing. Crows are becoming more and more “seen” because in the city and suburbs they find abundant food, great nesting habitats, generally mild weather and an abundance of people who love them. They were second for the official Seattle bird, only bested by the great blue heron. A spectacle of perhaps thousands of American crows fly over Kenmore in the early evening on their way to their night roost. It is an impressive sight. Think of how many birds in the past have become extinct due to humanity’s negative actions. Crows have predators: owls, hawks and eagles, none are in short demand. Crows, in turn, raid the nests of smaller birds. This isn’t “bad” — just the way most species function. Get to know our local crows; they are interesting birds.

Diann MacRae, Bothell