Eurasian magpie

Pica pica

The Eurasian magpie, also known simply as the magpie, is a striking black and white corvid with a long tail and a distinctive chattering call. These highly intelligent birds are known for their bold and inquisitive nature, often collecting and hoarding shiny objects. They are opportunistic omnivores, feeding on a wide variety of foods including insects, small mammals, fruits, and carrion. Eurasian magpies are adaptable and can be found in a range of habitats including woodlands, parks, and urban areas. They build large, domed nests in trees and are known for their complex social behaviors within family groups. Despite being common and widespread, they face threats from habitat loss and persecution.

Habitat: Woodlands, parks, urban areas