Australian Magpies

Australian Magpies are common throughout must of Australia. There are several well recognised races or sub species, including the Western Magpie, the White-backed Magpie and the Black-backed Magpie.

Australian Magpies are beautiful song birds and many people love hearing their warbling and carolling calls. Some people dislike this species during the breeding season. The male will valiantly defend the nest by swooping anyone who dares to come near. Their sharp beak can inflict a nasty wound, often drawing blood.

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The above photo is a male while the one below is a juvenile begging to be fed.

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