Azure-winged Magpie
NameAzure-winged Magpie
Common NameAzure-winged Magpie
Scientific NameCyanopica cyanus
FamilyCorvidae
Wingspan (cm)40
Length (cm)34
Weight (g)70
Plumage DetailsThis species features a glossy black cap, a bright white throat, and pale grey-buff underparts. Its most distinctive features are the brilliant azure-blue wings and a long, graduated azure-blue tail, contrasting with its black bill and legs.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a variety of harsh, chattering calls, often described as 'shack-shack' or 'kree-kree'. They also produce softer, more melodious whistles and chirps, especially when communicating within a flock.
Primary Dietomnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThe Azure-winged Magpie is found across a wide range in Eastern Asia, including China, Korea, Japan, and Mongolia. A distinct population, now often considered a separate species (Iberian Magpie, Cyanopica cooki), resides in the Iberian Peninsula.
Identifying Featuresglossy black cap, white throat, azure-blue wings, long azure-blue tail, pale grey-buff underparts
Description
The Azure-winged Magpie is a slender, long-tailed passerine known for its striking blue wings and tail. It is a highly social bird, often found in flocks foraging in trees and on the ground. They are intelligent and adaptable, thriving in various wooded habitats.
