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Red-billed Blue Magpie

Urocissa erythroryncha

The Red-billed Blue Magpie is a colorful bird with bright blue feathers and a long tail. It loves to hop around in trees and is known for its loud, cheerful calls.

Habitat: Mountain regions

Appearance

The Red-billed Blue Magpie has a striking appearance with a long, graduated blue tail tipped with white. Its head and neck are velvety black, contrasted by a small white patch on the nape, and a bright, coral-red bill and legs.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderPasseriformesFamilyCorvidaeGenusUrocissa
Red-billed Blue Magpie
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Red-billed Blue Magpie

Category

Birds

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Snaps

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Interesting facts

Magpies have been known to 'mob' larger predators to protect their group.

Their long, flowing tail can be twice as long as their body!

They communicate with over 20 different calls, like a secret bird language!

They love to stash shiny objects in their nests, just like a treasure hunter!

Special abilities

Ability

Smart Foraging

Red-billed Blue Magpies can use tools and problem-solve to find hidden food because of their high intelligence.

Ability

Sound Mimicry

Red-billed Blue Magpies can perfectly imitate other bird calls and even human sounds, helping them communicate.

Ability

Team Hunters

Red-billed Blue Magpies work together in noisy groups to raid nests and flush out prey, making them effective hunters.

Measurements & details

Length
65-68 cm
Wingspan
45-55 cm
Weight
0.196-0.232 kg
Lifespan
10-15 years
Top Speed
40 km/h
Clutch Size
3-8
Incubation
17-20 days

Diet & Feeding

These intelligent birds enjoy a mixed diet of fruits, seeds, insects, and even small animals.

Primary Foods

  • insects
  • lizards
  • bird eggs
  • chicks
  • berries
  • seeds

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

eaten by

Mountain Hawk-Eagle

Nisaetus nipalensis

Hunts adult magpies in their forest habitat.

eaten by

Copper-headed Trinket Snake

Coelognathus radiata

Raids nests, preying on eggs and chicks.

depends on

Sacred Fig

Ficus religiosa

Eats its fruits, a vital food source.

hunts

Yellow-browed Warbler

Phylloscopus inornatus

Preys on its eggs and nestlings.

Traits

Also known as

No aliases listed yet.

Collections

Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Enjoy watching birds from a distance and do not try to touch them.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Red-billed Blue Magpie?

65-68 cm

What is Red-billed Blue Magpie's wingspan?

45-55 cm

How much does Red-billed Blue Magpie weigh?

0.196-0.232 kg

How long does Red-billed Blue Magpie live?

10-15 years

How fast can Red-billed Blue Magpie move?

40 km/h

What does Red-billed Blue Magpie eat?

These intelligent birds enjoy a mixed diet of fruits, seeds, insects, and even small animals.

Where is Red-billed Blue Magpie usually found?

Mountain regions

How does Red-billed Blue Magpie hunt?

Foraging

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