Lesson 49 Our Wild Neighbours

Where do Magpies live?

• all over the world

• in most parts of Australia

• only in Western Australia

• only in Sydney

What are Australian magpies?

• birds of prey

• birds that do not fly

• songbirds

• birds that don't make nests

Why do magpies have different calls?

• so they can sing songs

• to protect their territory

• to tell the females from the males

• to tell their babies apart

How do magpies forage for food?

• by flying high in the sky

• by perching in trees

• by staying near creeks

• by walking along the ground

What do magpies eat?

• insects, seeds and grains

• fish and tadpoles

• berries

• beans and peas

Where do magpies make their nests?

• on the ground

• in a burrow

• in trees

• on roofs

When can male magpies become aggressive towards people?

• when they want food

• when they are protecting their mates

• when they are hurt

• if they think their chicks are in danger

What colours are magpies

• black and white

• brown and white

• yellow and white

• blue and white

What do magpies recognise?

• other birds in their territory

• different types of trees

• people who live in their territory

• different colours