Black-billed Magpie in Ladakh

The adult Black-billed Magpie is 45--60 cm (18--24 in) long and weighs 145-210 g (5-7.5 ounces). The tail is long and makes up half of the bird's length. Wingspan is about 60 cm (24 in). The male is larger than the female (16-20% heavier). The bird is black with white shoulders, a white belly, and iridescent dark blue-green wings and tail. There are large white markings on the primaries, clearly visible in flight.

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Black-billed or Pied Magpie in Ladakh, Kashmir

The adult Black-billed Magpie is 45--60 cm (18--24 in) long and weighs 145-210 g (5-7.5 ounces). The tail is long and makes up half of the bird's length. Wingspan is about 60 cm (24 in). The male is larger than the female (16-20% heavier). The bird is black with white shoulders, a white belly, and iridescent dark blue-green wings and tail. There are large white markings on the primaries, clearly visible in flight.

This footage is part of the professionally-shot stock footage archive of...

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From: WildFilmsIndia

Related topics : blue bird long tail white belly / black and white birds with long tails