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[–] 9 points 1 day ago* (last edited 17 hours ago) (5 children)

Is this really about magpies? I'm asking because those are also local to Germany and aside from being known to be able to steal things they are harmless if you don't piss them off (crows too).

Are those more dangerous or is the sign over the top?

Honestly curious.

Edit: Thanks for the Answers, TIL!

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  • [–] 11 points 1 day ago* (last edited 1 day ago) (2 children)

    They aren’t just trying to scare you.

    They’ll take your eyes.

    Like. Peck your fucking eyes out.

    They’re also not related to the Eurasian magpie

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  • [–] 6 points 1 day ago

    Different species but similar evolutionary niche and look passingly similar hence the name. Australian magpies are highly territorial and will aggressively defend their nests during the egg rearing time of year resulting in some quite vicious attacks with walkers and cyclists often resorting to defensive measures to protect themselves from attack.

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