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INQUIRING REPORTER: Have you been swooped by a crow?

Helicopter parenting is just the worst, and when you add dive-bombing into the equation — insufferable. But this year, like in years past, the fell swoop of crows has managed to best even the most ardent umbrella-wielding speed walkers.

Helicopter parenting is just the worst, and when you add dive-bombing into the equation — insufferable.

But this year, like in years past, the fell swoop of crows has managed to best even the most ardent umbrella-wielding speed walkers.

With nesting season typically running until July, Vancouverites are no strangers to crows swooping to protect their young. If you’re looking to see how prevalent these dive-bombs really are — and perhaps know which routes to avoid — visit giscourses.net/crowtrax/crowtrax.html to see some of the crow-swooping hot spots.