West · Central Flyway

Black-billed Magpie in Colorado

Pica hudsonia — Corvidae

AbundantAbundance
Year-round residentSeasonal status
12Active months
380,895Observations

About Black-billed Magpie in Colorado

Black-billed Magpie is a North American backyard bird.

In Colorado, this species is classified as abundant. It is a year-round resident, present in all 12 months.

Monthly Activity — Black-billed Magpie in Colorado

Relative frequency of observations by month. Higher bars indicate peak periods for this species.

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Identification

FamilyCorvidae
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Best Time to See Black-billed Magpie in Colorado

January
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February
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March
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April
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May
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June
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July
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August
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September
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October
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November
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December
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Black-billed Magpie in Colorado: Quick Facts

The Black-billed Magpie (Pica hudsonia) is one of the most commonly seen bird in Colorado. It is classified as a year-round resident in the state, falling within the West region and the Central Flyway migration corridor.

For birders in Denver and throughout Colorado, knowing the seasonal patterns of Black-billed Magpie can help plan birding trips and backyard feeding strategies.

Use the monthly activity chart above to plan your birding outings, and explore other bird species found in Colorado using the related birds section.