Bird of Today: Black Billed Magpie 1/1/25

The Bird of Today, the Black Billed Magpie, also known as the American Magpie. Found in the western half of North America, the Black billed Magpie is a medium sized corvid recognized by its black and white plumage and blueish green iridescent wing and tail accents. They are commonly seen in open country near heavy brush or occasional trees suitable in supporting their large nests. They are relatively solitary, though younger and non-breeding Magpies may form small flocks. They are opportunistic scavengers; picking off of carrion, stealing eggs and chicks, digging through trash, visiting feeders and snatching scraps from people. They are highly intelligent, and a blast to watch.


A short video of a Maggie vocalizing and meandering.