Crow Family Returns A Woman's Kindness By Giving Her Some Special Gifts
Crows do not usually get credit for being thoughtful neighbors, but one Virginia woman ended up with a very different experience. After Tango Steinke moved into her townhouse, a crow pair she named Doc and Dottie settled in behind her house and quickly became part of her daily routine.
Steinke started feeding them peanuts, and the birds began returning the favor in their own way. What began as a simple backyard habit turned into a surprising bond, complete with tiny gifts, morning visits, and a few moments that made the whole neighborhood feel a little stranger.
Then winter arrived, and the crow couple’s behavior became even more memorable.
The woman thought that she might as well include crows since she's feeding the other wild animals, including squirrels and other birds.
Winter came, and the crow couple couldn't find enough food.
Doc and Dottie began visiting Steinke almost every day. While the crows wouldn't go near her, they would still consume the peanuts once she went inside her house.
Visits were regularly made during the first month. Finally, they even became comfortable enough to announce their arrival.
The crow couple would caw at her bedroom window as they waited for her to wake up and feed them. At times, they would even bring their crow friends along.
That is where the story takes a sweet turn.
But what's surprising is that these crows know how to show appreciation. They gifted Steinke with a gray pebble.
The crows have brought different kinds of gifts since then. She found metal bits, an old marble, soda tabs, pottery scraps, acorns, and a button.
Usually, about once a month, I’ll find something in the feeder from them.
The little exchanges kept piling up.
This is like the surprising rescue in a parrot nest checkup, where helpless babies found an unlikely savior.
The gifts are not just the items that the crow couple brought.
Last spring, Steinke noticed a newcomer during their feeding time. It's a young crow!
Doc and Dottie brought their baby with them. The family of crows is no longer just her neighbors.
They've grown close.
The crows even accompany them to the bus stop in the morning.
In case one of her children falls down, the friendly crows would make an alarm call. It seems that the blackbirds don't trust her much when it comes to parenting her kids.
The crows will always be near Steinke and her children whenever they're outside. According to her, it's been two years since their friendship was formed.
By then, the birds were part of the family routine.
Perhaps it's time to change our perception of crows.
It's not just cats and dogs that can befriend humans. Even in their own way, crows are capable of forming warm friendships with us.
It's time to show people how awesome crows can be. Share this post with friends and family.
Maybe crows deserve a little more respect.
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