Black Magpie
A species of Black Magpie Scientific name : Platysmurus leucopterus Genus : Black Magpie
Black Magpie, A species of Black Magpie
Botanical name: Platysmurus leucopterus
Genus: Black Magpie
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Description
The black magpie (Platysmurus leucopterus) is a species of bird in the family Corvidae. Despite its name, it is neither a magpie nor, as was long believed, a jay, but a treepie. Treepies are a distinct group of corvids externally similar to magpies. It is monotypic within the genus Platysmurus.
Size
41 cm
Habitat
The black Magpie thrives in diverse forest habitats, from dense primary rainforests to alluvial and freshwater swamp areas. It also adapts well to dry forests and settled areas such as village peripheries, cocoa plantations, and gardens. This species is characterized by its preference for lowland forest environments, particularly in regions where ample tree cover and undergrowth offer suitable nesting and foraging opportunities. Black Magpie is commonly found in forest fringes, including mangrove edges, indicating its versatility in exploiting different woodland ecosystems.
Dite type
Frugivorous
General Info
Distribution Area
It is found in Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, Myanmar, Singapore, and Thailand. The subspecies P. l. atterimus is endemic to the island of Borneo; it is sometimes considered a full species known as the Bornean black magpie. The natural habitats of the black magpie are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest and subtropical or tropical mangrove forest. It is threatened by habitat loss.
Photo By Ayuwat Jearwattanakanok
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Order
Perching birds Family
Crows and jays Genus
Black Magpie Species
Black Magpie