Black-billed Magpie
Black-billed Magpie
A member of the crow family, their tail makes up half or more of their total body length.
I’ve been watching these beautiful birds for quite some time but haven’t been able to get many shots of them. They are quick little guys and I love how their blue feathers sparkle in the sunshine.
What beautiful birds! Their coloring almost reminds me of a paint pony’s. Or is it the pinto pony that has such piebald markings? Oh dear, now I need to research this!
it is your photographic genius Leah that makes them look even better. Great pictures
Blue and black – one of my favorite color combinations. Magpies are beautiful! Nice shots!
I’ve never seen one. Thanks for sharing Leah.
Thanks Ladies! I love these birds. They have a real nasally “yak yak yak” or “mag mag mag” call. I think these might be yearlings or at least young because I’ve seen some with really long tail feathers. I like the black and blue combination too Lenore. There are some real tropical looking Magpie birds as well. With oranges and greens, really beautiful.