We seem to be adopted by 4 Black Billed Magpies. We see them frequently, often in the winter, and generally at a distance. These guys have taken to the bird feeder and our "pond". They apparently have a bad reputation, but so far we haven't seen why. They like to warm their feet on the horse's backs in the winter.
Expect more (hopefully) in the near future.
They are a pretty bird, and not having ever dealt with them, I am not sure either why they have such a bad reputation. (Apparantly, they make a good pie though! yucky!)
ReplyDeletereally handsome! love their ultra long tails!
ReplyDeleteMagpies are common in Colorado, but it's a bit too barren here on the ranch for them. We had them in suburbia, and I enjoyed them very much. Bad rep is undeserved!
ReplyDeleteGreat captures...lovely bird!
ReplyDeleteThey are pretty...and big!
ReplyDeleteGood looking birds! Can't say that I have ever noticed them, out of all the places I have lived.
ReplyDeletePretty bird and I agree these are great pictures. Hugs, Bobbi Jo
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