West · Pacific Flyway

Black-billed Magpie in Idaho

Pica hudsoniaTaxonomy pending

UncommonAbundance
Year-round residentSeasonal status
4Active months

About Black-billed Magpie in Idaho

Black-billed Magpie is a North American backyard bird.

In Idaho, this species is classified as uncommon. It is a year-round resident, present in all 12 months. The best months to observe this bird are April, May, September, October.

Monthly Activity — Black-billed Magpie in Idaho

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

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
RegularSeasonalRare

Identification

ColorsVaries
SizeSee profile
HabitatVaries
FamilyTaxonomy pending

Best Time to See Black-billed Magpie in Idaho

January
Low
February
Low
March
Active
April
Active
May
Active
June
Active
July
Low
August
Low
September
Active
October
Active
November
Active
December
Low

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Black-billed Magpie in Idaho: Quick Facts

The Black-billed Magpie (Pica hudsonia) is an uncommon bird in Idaho. It is classified as a year-round resident in the state, falling within the West region and the Pacific Flyway migration corridor.

Preferred habitats include varies. The best months to spot this species in Idaho are April, May, September, October. For birders in Boise and throughout Idaho, knowing the seasonal patterns of Black-billed Magpie can help plan birding trips and backyard feeding strategies.

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