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BLUE MAGPIE

BLUE MAGPIE

UROCISSA CAERULEA

Also called the Taiwan magpie, Formosan blue magpie. Males generally being slightly larger and exhibiting potentially brighter blue coloration compared to females. Males may engage in more conspicuous displays and vocalizations during the breeding season to attract mates and defend territories, females focus on nest building, incubation, and chick-rearing duties.

BLUE MAGPIE

UROCISSA CAERULEA

Also called the Taiwan magpie, Formosan blue magpie. Males generally being slightly larger and exhibiting potentially brighter blue coloration compared to females. Males may engage in more conspicuous displays and vocalizations during the breeding season to attract mates and defend territories, females focus on nest building, incubation, and chick-rearing duties.

 
Breeding:
Incubation period – 19 days
Total Eggs – 3-6 eggs


Lifespan:
6-10 Years


Distribution:
Taiwan


Habitat:

Forest


Diet: 

Fruits, insects, and small mammals.