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Gymnorhina tibicen
Magpies were introduced into New Zealand in the 1860s but have subsequently been accused of displacing native birds and are now treated as a pest species...Anyway, the birds have a very melodious call, and they make great parents (males can become really aggressive during the breeding season, against anyone who might approach their nest & extended territory). This bird was spotted at the Christchurch botanic gardens.
Spotted on Aug 31, 2011
Submitted on Nov 23, 2012
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