🔍 What is the Identical Three Crows Pattern?
The Identical Three Crows is a strong 3-candle bearish reversal pattern that appears after an uptrend. It signals that sellers have taken firm control of the market with consistent bearish pressure.
👉 This pattern is considered a stronger variation of the classic Three Black Crows pattern.
📈 Structure of the Identical Three Crows
The pattern consists of three consecutive bearish candles:
- 🔴 First bearish candle appears after an uptrend
- 🔴 Second bearish candle opens near the previous candle’s open and closes lower
- 🔴 Third bearish candle repeats the same structure with another lower close
👉 All three candles are very similar in size and structure, showing steady bearish momentum.
💡 Psychology Behind the Pattern
The Identical Three Crows reflects strong and organized seller dominance:
- Buyers lose momentum after the uptrend
- Sellers enter consistently over multiple sessions
- Each bearish candle confirms continued selling pressure
👉 The repeated bearish candles create strong reversal confidence.
✅ How to Trade the Identical Three Crows
🔹 Step-by-Step Strategy:
- Confirm Existing Uptrend
Pattern works best after strong bullish movement. - Identify Three Similar Bearish Candles
Look for nearly identical candle sizes and opens. - Wait for Additional Confirmation
Further bearish movement strengthens the setup. - Entry Point
Sell below the low of the third candle. - Stop Loss
Place above the high of the pattern. - Target
Use support levels or trend reversal targets.
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- ❌ Trading in sideways markets
- ❌ Ignoring overall market trend
- ❌ Confusing with Three Black Crows
- ❌ Entering after overextended decline
🔗 Identical Three Crows vs Three Black Crows
| Pattern | Candle Structure | Signal Strength |
|---|---|---|
| Identical Three Crows | Nearly identical bearish candles | Stronger |
| Three Black Crows | Standard bearish candles | Strong |
👉 Identical Three Crows show more consistent selling pressure.
🚀 Pro Tips for Better Accuracy
- Combine with Resistance Levels
- Use RSI overbought signals
- Watch for high selling volume
- Confirm with trendline breakdowns
The Identical Three Crows pattern is a powerful bearish reversal signal showing consistent and controlled seller dominance after an uptrend.
👉 Traders often use it to identify the early stages of strong bearish market reversals.