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File:Oriental magpie (Pica serica) in Yanqi Lake.jpg

Oriental Magpie

Oriental Magpie

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5 months ago door Carla Aalders
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The Oriental Magpie is a widespread and highly adaptable corvid found across much of East Asia and parts of Southeast Asia. It is easily recognized by its contrasting black and white plumage and long tail, often thriving in urban environments.
Where to spot
Common in a wide variety of habitats across East and Southeast Asia, including urban parks, agricultural fields, open woodlands, and suburban areas.
How to spot
Look for its striking black and white appearance and long, graduated tail. They are often seen foraging on the ground or perching on power lines and rooftops. Listen for their distinctive 'chack-chack-chack' calls.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, year-round. They are particularly conspicuous during breeding season (spring-summer) when nests are being built and young are being raised.
File:Oriental magpie (Pica serica) in Yanqi Lake.jpg
File:Pica serica, Halla, Korea.jpg
File:Pica serica - Hong Kong.jpg
File:Pica serica pair perched, Taipei, Taiwan.jpg
File:喜鵲 Oriental Magpies (Pica serica) - panoramio.jpg
File:Oriental magpie (Pica serica) in Yanqi Lake.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Pica serica, Halla, Korea.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Pica serica - Hong Kong.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Pica serica pair perched, Taipei, Taiwan.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:喜鵲 Oriental Magpies (Pica serica) - panoramio.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
These magpies are known for their complex social structures and are highly intelligent, capable of mimicking sounds and solving intricate problems.
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Carla Aalders
5 months ago
Oriental Magpie
Apeldoorn, Gelderland
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