My walk this week was disturbed by gang violence on Franklin Street again. The violence came out of nowhere. I was peacefully walking down the street when I heard a guttural sound that was most disturbing. Looking around I saw the attack. Crows attacking a hawk. The hawk was somewhat smaller than the typical hawk in Stamford. I did not realize the hawk could make such a sorrowful noise. Luckily the attack was soon over, and the hawk flew away.
This was my second attack by crows in the last few months. Last time they attacked a raven. You would have thought a child was being attacked from the screaming of the raven.
I have learned that crows are very territorial and will attack other competing birds in the territory.
This event is another reason I enjoy walking It is amazing all the wildlife hidden in plain sight in Stamford. Only by walking do I observe a small percentage of Wildlife that coexists with us in Stamford, CT.
My biggest hope is to see a bear some day. They are in the area.
Stamford By Foot 