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How do we protect human safety and magpie welfare during spring?

Spring in Australia signals the breeding season for the iconic native Australian magpie, during which male birds may swoop to protect their nests. Although these swoops can be alarming, they are typically brief and targeted, rather than random acts of aggression.

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