Elster
Pica pica
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<birdfyi-bird slug="eurasian-magpie"></birdfyi-bird>The Elster (Pica pica) is a bird species in the family Corvidae (krähen, häher und elstern), within the order Passeriformes (sperlingsvögel). Recorded measurements include a body length of 46 cm, a wingspan of 56 cm and a weight of 220 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Die Elster zählt zu den intelligentesten Tieren der Erde und war das erste Nicht-Säugetier, dem eine Selbsterkennung im Spiegel nachgewiesen wurde. Diese dreisten Rabenvögel bauen kunstvolle, kuppelförmige Nester aus Zweigen und gelten als Liebhaber glänzender Gegenstände, wenngleich dieser Ruf möglicherweise übertrieben ist.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Body Length | 46,0 cm | 18.1 in |
| Flügelspannweite | 56,0 cm | 22.0 in |
| Gewicht | 220,0 g | 7.76 oz |
Identifizierung
Gefieder
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.
Schnabel
Strong, straight black bill
Habitat & Range
Open woodland, farmland, hedgerows, parks, and gardens. Common in suburban and urban environments across Eurasia.
Geografisches Verbreitungsgebiet
Europe, Asia, and northwest Africa. One of the most recognizable birds across the Palearctic region.
Diet & Feeding
Omnivorous — insects, grains, berries, carrion, eggs, and nestlings. Caches surplus food for later retrieval.
Erhaltungsstatus
Verhalten & Brutverhalten
Nistverhalten
Nest type: DM. Incubation: 21-22 days. Fledging: 24-30 days.
Gelegegröße
2-8
Lautgebung
Gesang
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.
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordnung | Passeriformes (Sperlingsvögel) |
| Familie | Corvidae (Krähen, Häher und Elstern) |
| Genus | Pica |
| Arten | Pica pica |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| German | Elster |
| Spanish | Urraca Euroasiática |
Distribution
Elster has been recorded in 7 countries.
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Corvidae family