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European Magpie Collection

The European Magpie, also known as the Eurasian Magpie or Common Magpie, is a striking bird that can be found in various locations across Europe

Background imageEuropean Magpie Collection: Eurasian Magpie / European Magpie / Common Magpie, standing on a branch. Spain, Europe

Eurasian Magpie / European Magpie / Common Magpie, standing on a branch. Spain, Europe
Nature reserve of the saw Mariola in Bocairent, Valencian Community, Spain

Background imageEuropean Magpie Collection: Iberian lynx (Lynx pardinus) with Magpie (Pica pica) behind, Sierra de Andujar Natural Park

Iberian lynx (Lynx pardinus) with Magpie (Pica pica) behind, Sierra de Andujar Natural Park, Jaen, Spain, September

Background imageEuropean Magpie Collection: Magpie (Pica pica) perched in lichen covered tree, Titchwell, Norfolk, England, UK

Magpie (Pica pica) perched in lichen covered tree, Titchwell, Norfolk, England, UK, February

Background imageEuropean Magpie Collection: Magpie (Pica pica) perched on a public footpath sign, Essex, UK, April

Magpie (Pica pica) perched on a public footpath sign, Essex, UK, April

Background imageEuropean Magpie Collection: Magpie Jay, 1833-39 (coloured engraving)

Magpie Jay, 1833-39 (coloured engraving)
999569 Magpie Jay, 1833-39 (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Dictionnaire pittoresque d histoire naturelle et des phenomAnes de la natureA)

Background imageEuropean Magpie Collection: Magpie (Pica pica) perched on branch in snow, Lorraine, France, January

Magpie (Pica pica) perched on branch in snow, Lorraine, France, January

Background imageEuropean Magpie Collection: Magpie (Pica pica) taking off from hedgerow, Titchwell, Norfolk, England, UK, March

Magpie (Pica pica) taking off from hedgerow, Titchwell, Norfolk, England, UK, March

Background imageEuropean Magpie Collection: Hooded crow (Corvus coronix) and Eurasian Magpie (Pica pica) waiting to scavenging

Hooded crow (Corvus coronix) and Eurasian Magpie (Pica pica) waiting to scavenging White tailed eagles (Haliaeetus albicilla) food, Pusztazer, Hungary

Background imageEuropean Magpie Collection: Common magpies (Pica pica) perched on frost covered branches, Jvaskyla, Finland, January

Common magpies (Pica pica) perched on frost covered branches, Jvaskyla, Finland, January

Background imageEuropean Magpie Collection: Magpie (Pica pica), adult

Magpie (Pica pica), adult

Background imageEuropean Magpie Collection: European magpie

European magpie (Pica pica). This bird is found throughout Europe, Asia and northwest Africa. It grows up to 50 centimetres in length and feeds on eggs, small mammals, insects, acorns and grains

Background imageEuropean Magpie Collection: Illustration of a Magpie (Pica pica) sitting on a tree

Illustration of a Magpie (Pica pica) sitting on a tree

Background imageEuropean Magpie Collection: Magpie -Pica pica-, keeping lookout on a pole in a meadow, Untergroeningen, Baden-Wuerttemberg

Magpie -Pica pica-, keeping lookout on a pole in a meadow, Untergroeningen, Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany, Europe

Background imageEuropean Magpie Collection: Common magpie C015 / 6386

Common magpie C015 / 6386
Common magpie on a tree stump. The common magpie (Pica pica) is a resident breeding bird throughout Europe, much of Asia and northwest Africa. Photographed in Dorset, UK, in January

Background imageEuropean Magpie Collection: Magpie - drinking at pool - Spain

Magpie - drinking at pool - Spain
DAC-1064 Magpie - drinking at pool Spain Pica pica David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way


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The European Magpie, also known as the Eurasian Magpie or Common Magpie, is a striking bird that can be found in various locations across Europe. With its sleek black and white plumage, it stands out against any backdrop. In Spain's Sierra de Andujar Natural Park, an Iberian lynx is captured on camera with a mischievous Magpie perched behind. This clever bird seems to be observing the lynx from a safe distance. Traveling to Titchwell in Norfolk, England, we spot another Magpie sitting gracefully on a lichen-covered tree branch. Its elegant posture showcases its beauty amidst nature's wonders. Not far away in Essex, UK during April, this intelligent creature finds itself perched atop a public footpath sign. Perhaps it's trying to guide passersby with its keen eyesight and sharp mind. Delving into history through engravings by Francois Le Vaillant from Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux d'Afrique (1799-1802), we come across the Piapiac and Piegriche plastron blanc - African relatives of our European friend. These illustrations provide us with glimpses of these fascinating birds from centuries ago. Moving forward to 1833-39 brings us an enchanting colored engraving of the Magpie Jay. Its vibrant hues bring life to this already captivating species. Winter arrives in Lorraine, France as snow blankets the landscape. Yet amidst this icy scene stands a resilient Magpie perched upon a branch - showcasing its adaptability even in harsh conditions. As spring approaches in Titchwell once again, we witness another magical moment: A Magpie taking off from a hedgerow. Its wings spread wide as it soars into the sky - symbolizing freedom and gracefulness. Joining forces with other corvids like Hooded crows for scavenging opportunities highlights their social nature. These intelligent birds understand the power of collaboration for survival.