The Tibetan Black-billed Magpie is a robust and intelligent corvid found across the Tibetan Plateau and surrounding mountainous regions. It is characterized by its iridescent black plumage and white belly, adapting well to high-altitude environments.
Where to spot
Inhabits open country, agricultural areas, and human settlements across the Tibetan Plateau, parts of central Asia, and the Himalayas, typically at high altitudes.
How to spot
Look for this large, black and white bird in open landscapes, often near villages or cultivated land. Its distinctive chattering calls and undulating flight pattern are good identification clues.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Active throughout the day, particularly visible when foraging in open fields or perching on prominent structures.
Where to spot
Inhabits open country, agricultural areas, and human settlements across the Tibetan Plateau, parts of central Asia, and the Himalayas, typically at high altitudes.
How to spot
Look for this large, black and white bird in open landscapes, often near villages or cultivated land. Its distinctive chattering calls and undulating flight pattern are good identification clues.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Active throughout the day, particularly visible when foraging in open fields or perching on prominent structures.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Like other magpies, it is known for its problem-solving abilities and tendency to collect shiny objects, though this behavior is largely anecdotal.
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