About the Australian Magpie
The Australian Magpie (Gymnorhina tibicen) is a species of bird in the Woodswallows, Bellmagpies, and Allies family (Artamidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 24 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code ausmag2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Woodswallows, Bellmagpies, and Allies (Artamidae) |
| Species | Gymnorhina tibicen |
| Species Codes | ausmag2, AUMA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Australian Magpie belong to?
The Australian Magpie (Gymnorhina tibicen) belongs to the Woodswallows, Bellmagpies, and Allies family (Artamidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Australian Magpie?
The Australian Magpie is a member of the Woodswallows, Bellmagpies, and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Australian Magpie sighting?
You can log sightings of Australian Magpie on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ausmag2, or on iNaturalist.