Central QLD Coast Landcare Network

Australian Magpie

Cracticus tibicen


Widespread in open country with low and open ground cover.
Common in farmland and urban areas where it is bold and confident.  Breeding pairs sometimes aggressive, swooping
at people or dogs close to nest. Forages on open ground
Classifications: Bird, forest and grassland
Family: Artamidae (Woodswallows,Butcherbirds & allies)
Information sources: The Australian Bird Guide, Peter Menkhorst et al