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You are a helpful AI assistant.<|im_end|>
<|im_start|>user
I heard that crows are some of the smartest animals on Earth. Is it legal for me to own a pet crow in the U.S.? If so where can I get one and is it better to hatch an egg myself or buy a mature bird?<|im_end|>
<|im_start|>assistant
While crows are indeed intelligent animals, it is generally not legal to own them as pets in the United States. In fact, it is illegal to keep native migratory birds, including crows, as pets without a special permit from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. These permits are typically only granted for scientific, educational, or religious purposes and are not available to individuals who wish to keep crows as pets.

Even if you were able to obtain a crow legally, it is not recommended to keep one as a pet. Crows are highly social animals and are best kept in the wild or in rehabilitation centers where they can live in a group and socialize with their own species.

If you're interested in observing and interacting with crows, you can do so in a responsible way by feeding them in your yard or local park, using appropriate food and feeding techniques. However, it's important to remember that feeding wild animals can have unintended consequences and should be done with caution and respect for the animals and their natural habitats.

In summary, it is generally not legal or advisable to keep a crow as a pet in the United States.<|im_end|>
<|im_start|>user
That really sucks. Are you sure? I mean, crows are everywhere and aren't endangered species, and if a cat or parrot or even a snake can be a pet, why can't a crow?

What if I make a sort of bird house on a tree outside, and try to attract the crow to live there? They do recognize human faces dont they? I could feed it some natural food and spend more time with it, teaching it tricks like opening a container, or solving simple logical tasks?

Or will it always fly away? Can they get attached to one place for many months or years?<|im_end|>
<|im_start|>assistant
I understand that it can be disappointing to learn that it is generally not legal to keep crows as pets in the United States. However, it is important to note that crows are wild animals and require specialized care and attention that most people are not equipped to provide.

Even if you were to create a birdhouse on a tree and attract a crow to live there, it is unlikely that the crow would become a pet or be comfortable with human interaction. While crows can recognize human faces and have been known to form close bonds with people who feed them regularly, they are still wild animals and are not domesticated.

Additionally, crows are migratory birds and often travel long distances throughout the year. Even if you were able to attract a crow to your birdhouse, it is likely that it would leave at some point to migrate or to find other sources of food and shelter.

If you are interested in observing or learning more about crows, there are many ways to do so without keeping them as pets. You can observe them in the wild or in urban environments, or you can read books and watch documentaries about their behavior and natural history. This can provide you with a deeper understanding of these intelligent and fascinating birds.<|im_end|>