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Yellow-billed Magpie
Pica nuttallii
Yellow-billed Magpie (Pica nuttallii) — Crows, Jays & Magpies of North America.
The Yellow-billed Magpie (Pica nuttallii) is a member of the Corvidae family found in North America. The IUCN Red List lists it as Vulnerable.
Conservation status
IUCN Red List (opens in a new tab)Facing a high risk of extinction in the wild.
Where it fits
- Class Aves
- Order Passeriformes
- Family Corvidae Crows, Jays
- Genus Pica
- Species nuttallii
Quick facts
- Family
- Corvidae
- Order
- Passeriformes
Biology & behaviour
The Yellow-billed Magpie (Pica nuttallii) is a species of bird in the Corvidae family, part of the order Passeriformes. It is found across North America. Its distribution covers NA California.
It is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List and is a focus of conservation concern. Vulnerable species face a high risk of extinction in the wild if pressures continue.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Yellow-billed Magpie live?
The Yellow-billed Magpie is found across North America with a range covering NA California.
What family does the Yellow-billed Magpie belong to?
The Yellow-billed Magpie (Pica nuttallii) belongs to the Corvidae family, in the order Passeriformes.
Is the Yellow-billed Magpie endangered?
It is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List and is a focus of conservation concern Vulnerable species face a high risk of extinction in the wild if pressures continue.
Conservation
Every bird benefits from bird-safe windows, native plants, and keeping cats indoors. Small changes at home add up to real protection.
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