Open woodland, farmland, hedgerows, parks, and gardens. Common in suburban and urban environments across Eurasia.
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Song & Call Comparison
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Song & Call Comparison
Eurasian Magpie
الغناء
A harsh, rapid chattering 'chach-chach-chach'. Also gives a variety of whistles and clucking notes. Known to mimic other birds and sounds. Very vocal in pairs.
Pinyon Jay
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Geographic Range & Migration
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Geographic Range & Migration
Eurasian Magpie
Europe, Asia, and northwest Africa. One of the most recognizable birds across the Palearctic region.
Pinyon Jay
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Conservation Status Comparison
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حالة الحفاظ
Least Concern
Eurasian Magpie
Vulnerable
Pinyon Jay
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Identification Tips — How to Tell Them Apart
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How to Tell Them Apart
Eurasian Magpie
الريش
Bold black and white pattern with iridescent blue-green gloss on the wings and long graduated tail. White scapulars and flanks contrast with the black body.
المنقار
Strong, straight black bill
Pinyon Jay
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About Each Bird (Descriptions)
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The Eurasian magpie is one of the most intelligent animals on Earth and the first non-mammal demonstrated to recognize itself in a mirror. These bold corvids build elaborate domed nests of sticks and have a well-known attraction to shiny objects, though this reputation may be exaggerated.
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More Birds in Family
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