‘Smart’ raven plays with toy, video goes viral with over five million views
Since being shared a day ago, the video of the raven playing with kid's toy has gathered over 5.3 million views.
Members of the corvid family like ravens and crows often showcase signs of intelligence. There are also videos on the Internet that capture this side of the birds. Case in point, this clip shared on Instagram that shows a raven playing with a puzzle toy. The video which has gone all kinds of viral has left people stunned. There is a chance that it will have the same effect on you too.
Originally shared on the bird’s Instagram page, the video went viral after being re-shared on the Insta page 9Gag. They shared the video with the caption, “Smarty pants.”
The video opens to show the raven trying to put tiny bucket like objects inside one another. Take a look at the video to see if it succeeds.
The video has been shared a day ago on November 27. Since being posted, the clip has accumulated more than 5.3 million views and the numbers are quickly increasing. The post has also prompted people to share varied comments.
“It was funny,” wrote an Instagram user. “Smart raven,” expressed another. And the same notion was echoed by a few others too.
What are your thoughts on the video?
ABOUT THE AUTHORTrisha SenguptaTrisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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