Diet: Magpies are omnivores, and their diet includes a wide variety of foods, including insects, fruits, nuts, seeds, and small animals such as rodents and lizards. They are also known to scavenge, and will eat dead or dying animals.
Reproduction: Magpies are territorial, and monogamous pairs defend their territory year-round. They build large, domed nests in trees or shrubs, and typically lay a clutch of 5-8 eggs. The eggs are incubated by both parents, and the chicks hatch after about 18 days. The chicks are cared for by both parents, and fledge from the nest after about 30 days.
Behavior: Magpies are intelligent birds, and are known for their vocalizations and their ability to imitate human speech. They are also known for their kleptomaniac behavior, and will often steal shiny objects such as jewelry, coins, and keys.