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Birds
Magpie
Pica pica
- Diet
- Omnivore
- Lifespan
- 3-5 years
- Weight
- 0.2-0.25 kg
- Conservation
- Least Concern
The Magpie (Pica pica) is a omnivore species found in Europe and Asia. It typically lives 3-5 years, weighing around 0.2-0.25 kg, and is currently classified as Least Concern on conservation status lists.
One fact worth knowing about the magpie: Magpies recognize themselves in mirrors, rare among birds.
Birds are feathered, egg-laying vertebrates known for flight, complex songs, and remarkable migratory abilities. With thousands of species worldwide, they occupy nearly every habitat on the planet.