Eurasian Magpie
About shooting eurasian magpie
The magpie is hunted to a limited extent, primarily where it causes damage to other birds' nesting. It is intelligent and hard to fool, requiring good camouflage and patience.
Hunting with decoys or at feeding stations is most effective. The magpie is wary and quickly notices changes in its environment.
Open Season
10 Aug – 28/29 Feb
Weight
200–250 g
Distribution
The magpie is found in the lowlands across Southern Norway and along the coast up to Trøndelag. It is most common near settlements and in the cultivated landscape.
Terrain
Gardens, parks, farmland and forest edges. The magpie is a commensal species that thrives near people.
Identification
Black and white with a greenish-blue metallic sheen on the tail and wings. Unmistakable.
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