Eurasian Magpie vs Asir Magpie
Pica pica compared with Pica asirensis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Eurasian Magpie | Asir Magpie |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Pica pica | Pica asirensis |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Corvidae | Corvidae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Endangered |
| Length | 46.0 cm (18.1 in) | — |
| Wingspan | 56.0 cm (22.0 in) | 38.9 cm (15.3 in) |
| Weight | 220.0 g (7.76 oz) | 200.0 g (7.05 oz) |
| Diet | Omnivorous — insects, grains, berries, carrion, eggs, and nestlings. Caches surplus food for later retrieval. | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-8 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Size Comparison
Habitat Comparison
Eurasian Magpie
Open woodland, farmland, hedgerows, parks, and gardens. Common in suburban and urban environments across Eurasia.
Song & Call Comparison
Eurasian Magpie
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.
Asir Magpie
Geographic Range & Migration
Eurasian Magpie
Europe, Asia, and northwest Africa. One of the most recognizable birds across the Palearctic region.
Asir Magpie
Conservation Status
Eurasian Magpie
Asir Magpie
How to Tell Them Apart
Eurasian Magpie
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.
Strong, straight black bill
Asir Magpie
About These Birds
Eurasian Magpie
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.
Asir Magpie
The Asir Magpie is an Endangered corvid restricted to the Asir Mountains of southwestern Saudi Arabia. Weighing about 200g with a wingspan of 38.9cm, it resembles other magpies with black-and-white plumage and a long tail. Its extremely limited range and habitat degradation make it one of Arabia's most threatened birds.