![]() ![]() How long do magpies live for? According to research, magpies in Australia can live for 25 to 30 years in the wild. It has a loud cawing call, which can be heard throughout much of Australia. This black bird with white on wings is omnivorous, feeding on insects, small reptiles, eggs, and carrion. The black wings have white patches near the shoulders which are visible during flight. Immature birds have less distinct plumage. The male and female are similar in appearance, although the male is slightly larger. With a black and white plumage and a long tail, the Australian magpie is easy to spot. ![]() Australian magpie wingspan ranges from 25 – 34 inches. The bird’s size ranges from 14 – 17 inches (37 – 43 cm), slightly smaller than the American crow, and weigh up to 12 oz. It is found throughout much of Australia, although it is not common in the driest areas. The Australian magpie is a medium-sized songbird of the crow family, Corvidae. Australian magpie Australian magpie – Gymnorhina tibicenĪustralia is home to some of the most interesting birds in the world. To attract them to your backyard, put up some suet feeders. Their calls include sharp “pik” notes and drumming sounds. Downy woodpeckers nest in tree cavities or holes made by other animals. They eat insects, especially ants, and also berries and seeds. Males have a red cap while females have a black and white head.ĭowny woodpeckers live in deciduous and mixed forests, as well as open areas near trees. These small birds have a black back with white stripes down the sides. Its wingspan is up to 11 inches or 30 cm. Measuring up to 6.5 inches (14 cm) and weighing under 1 oz (28g), this small bird is slightly larger than a house sparrow but smaller than the blue jay. Downy woodpecker Downy woodpeckers – Dryobates pubescensĭowny woodpeckers are one of the smallest woodpecker species in North America. ![]()
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