Eurasian Magpie
A species of Magpies, Also known as European Magpie Scientific name : Pica pica Genus : Magpies
Eurasian Magpie, A species of Magpies
Also known as:
European Magpie
Botanical name: Pica pica
Genus: Magpies
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Description
The eurasian Magpie is a striking and intelligent bird known for its black and white plumage and long tail. It is highly adaptable, found in a variety of habitats, and known for its intelligence, similar to that of great apes. It is omnivorous, eating both insects and fruits, and it has a reputation for being mischievous and thieving.
Size
46 - 50 cm
Life Expectancy
10-15 years
Feeding Habits
Eurasian Magpie is an omnivore, consuming a wide array of foods including insects, small mammals, eggs, and young birds. They also eat plant material such as acorns, grains, and fruits, along with carrion and human scraps. Their foraging behavior is adaptable, often seen scavenging or actively hunting prey.
Habitat
Eurasian Magpie typically inhabit diverse open country regions, which include areas with scattered trees. They are commonly found in environments that range from mixed farmland to suburban parks and gardens with ample vegetation like overgrown hedges. Eurasian Magpie avoid extensive woodland or entirely treeless landscapes. They have adapted well to urban settings, often seen in cities with tree-lined streets, and can thrive at high densities in such urban areas. These birds are versatile and have been observed at elevations up to 4800 meters in mountainous regions like Tibet.
Dite type
Omnivorous
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Distribution Area
The range of the magpie extends across temperate Eurasia from Spain and Ireland in the west to the Kamchatka Peninsula. The species has been introduced in Japan on the island of Kyushu.
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Crows and jays Genus
Magpies Species
Eurasian Magpie