Steve Hitchcock
Australian Magpie - Cracticus tibicen (eastern form). Juvenile 34-44 cm
Australian Magpies are common and conspicuous birds. Groups of up to 24 birds live year round in territories that are actively defended by all group members.
Australian Magpies are found wherever there is a combination of trees and adjacent open areas, including parks and playing fields. They are absent only from the densest forests and arid deserts.
The Australian Magpie walks along the ground searching for insects and their larvae. Birds will also take handouts from humans and will often venture into open houses to beg for food.
Photographed Maleny, Qld, Australia.
Steve Hitchcock © All rights reserved
Australian Magpie - Cracticus tibicen (eastern form). Juvenile 34-44 cm
Australian Magpies are common and conspicuous birds. Groups of up to 24 birds live year round in territories that are actively defended by all group members.
Australian Magpies are found wherever there is a combination of trees and adjacent open areas, including parks and playing fields. They are absent only from the densest forests and arid deserts.
The Australian Magpie walks along the ground searching for insects and their larvae. Birds will also take handouts from humans and will often venture into open houses to beg for food.
Photographed Maleny, Qld, Australia.
Steve Hitchcock © All rights reserved