That is correct. Aussie Magpies are different in terms of marking but just as playful and noisy and territorial and they attach people during the nesting season.
The cat knows what it's doing. Lying on its back it can use its claws to defend itself. The magpie isn't too serious about it either - in a real scrap (which I've seen) the cat wouldn't stand a chance.
Yep my rag doll also couldn’t be bothered getting off the couch. The magpies stand right next to her. She does protest sometimes when I feed them the food she has rejected, and she stalks out onto the deck to eat it, just so they can’t have it!
By observation, when birds 'swoop' on hoomans or other birds or animals (I have seen Indian minor birds trying to make larger birds leave), they never make contact as that would impact their head through their beak; instead, they use their beak to make a 'clack' sound that might encourage perceived intruders to their nesting area or territory. In this case, cat seems uninterested to move or chase bird and, by rolling onto its back, is saying, "I'm good here; not interested to play.", then casually wanders home.
I agree!! The only breed of bird in Australia to chase people on bikes, motor bikes(Postmen/women), scooters and even walking down the street! But for what purpose? How many people will climb a tree to attack a baby magpie's? Plovers nest on the ground but will rarely warn/attack you. Go figure!
@@Wellnseddich Vermin isn't the right term. Invasive species might be more correct. I got caught up in the pro-feline sentiment that fails to consider the bigger picture and how we pollute the planet in more ways than trash and smog.
@@punkbastid973 House cats are not natural, so aren't they invasive everywhere? Worse in places where there have been no wild cats either, of course. I do love cats, but I am against letting them outside unsupervised both because of the damage they cause and how dangerous it is for them. If they walk on a leash or you have a cat proof garden or balcony, that's ok imo. But just letting them stay.. No.
@@oi_its_corky Im not saying all magpies should be killed. I acknowledge that only about 10% of magpies are territorial and judging by this footage, this magpie looks like one of them. And you can arrange to have a magpie legally destroyed if it's causing harm to you on your property. And also, it's not about who has been living longer in the country or place. Say for example, an Asian man in Australia attacks or kills an Australian man, you wouldn't say that all Asians should be killed would you? There are lots of nice Asian people who reside in Australia and there are plenty of hateful Australian people. All I can say is don't judge people by their race or animals by their species. And if the magpie left the cat alone, I would've said nothing.
The magpie really doesn't sound too happy and the cat doesn't seem to care at all.
If that's a Magpie, the Australian Magpies look quite different from the ones here in Germany.
That is correct. Aussie Magpies are different in terms of marking but just as playful and noisy and territorial and they attach people during the nesting season.
they look different here in canada too. their wings and tail feathers are quite a beautiful shade of blue.
They're about twice the size of Eurasian magpies
The cat knows what it's doing. Lying on its back it can use its claws to defend itself. The magpie isn't too serious about it either - in a real scrap (which I've seen) the cat wouldn't stand a chance.
Clever bird!! I love Magpies and how playful they can be without sometimes knowing the danger they could easily be in.
Beautiful kitty
Is that a ragdoll cat? Because it is literally just giving absolutely no crap about the bird and meowing away lol
Yes Paco a ragdoll. I've 3 cockatiels that literally walk all over him. Lover not a fighter lol.
Marty Wollaston Ragdolls aren’t fighters, they’ll rather eat food on a plate then go & hunt for it. You can train them to do tricks though.
Yep my rag doll also couldn’t be bothered getting off the couch. The magpies stand right next to her. She does protest sometimes when I feed them the food she has rejected, and she stalks out onto the deck to eat it, just so they can’t have it!
I meant Pablo, sorry.
The kitty wants to play 😍😍😍and answering the bird
It's a trap!!
@@eccolibri60 I dont think so , not in this case
Must be a nest close by...
By observation, when birds 'swoop' on hoomans or other birds or animals (I have seen Indian minor birds trying to make larger birds leave), they never make contact as that would impact their head through their beak; instead, they use their beak to make a 'clack' sound that might encourage perceived intruders to their nesting area or territory.
In this case, cat seems uninterested to move or chase bird and, by rolling onto its back, is saying, "I'm good here; not interested to play.", then casually wanders home.
Australian magpies DO peck at people's heads. Some have lost eyes. It's relatively rare, but it does happen.
Bless you! Twice, even. LOL
Its like velociraptor spotting the smilodon.,,😂
Bird: Last week you killed an ate my friend yesterday and, that's all you can say for self?!!!!!" cat: "I am catman!!!" Bird: "HA HA HA HA!!!"
Maybe the cat wanted to play, for it to roll on its back, and then trotted off quickly when it found out birdy seriously didn't wanna play...
Yeah I agree with your observation. He's so forgiving. Cheers.
@@martywollaston1146😍
I think they both wanted to play but didn't know how to go about it?
So lovely
I think if the cat would have crouched he could have pounced on the bird. Gotcha!
A cat and bird game.
Big waste of energy by the Magpie!
I agree!! The only breed of bird in Australia to chase people on bikes, motor bikes(Postmen/women), scooters and even walking down the street! But for what purpose? How many people will climb a tree to attack a baby magpie's? Plovers nest on the ground but will rarely warn/attack you. Go figure!
@@martywollaston1146 butcher bird will swoop as well like the magpie
Who is this bird
Very very interesting video buddy
Hi, thanks for watching. Pablo's never killed a bird, mouse, rat in his 14 years and still living a relaxed life.
@@martywollaston1146 Sounds like a cool cat!
Looks just like my George
Hi Caroline, Thanks for your comment, Pablo is a gem. I now understand why Ragdolls feature photos on Cat Food packaging more than other breeds.
@@martywollaston1146 lovely cat
Who else thinks this cat may have killed a Magpie or two? Looks like revenge. Lol
In the US we have a similar bird that comes every spring and summer to attack my cats
I think it's qn Eastern King bird
Hi Marty I am friends with your daugter say hi to Amy for me
Hey Dcc Phone, Amy says hi to you and Abby.
Cats are vermin in Australia. Magpies are native, tenacious and smart.
They are a problem in many countries tbh. Not vermin, but a problem for and in nature.
@@Wellnseddich Vermin isn't the right term. Invasive species might be more correct. I got caught up in the pro-feline sentiment that fails to consider the bigger picture and how we pollute the planet in more ways than trash and smog.
@@punkbastid973 House cats are not natural, so aren't they invasive everywhere? Worse in places where there have been no wild cats either, of course. I do love cats, but I am against letting them outside unsupervised both because of the damage they cause and how dangerous it is for them. If they walk on a leash or you have a cat proof garden or balcony, that's ok imo. But just letting them stay.. No.
@@WellnseddichTechnically, yes. But then we are the most invasive species. 😝 Mani*pest* Destiny.
@@punkbastid973 Didn't we start out in Africa or what would be Africa today? I mean, we're def. the most destructive species by far.
Gun = no magpie, no cat.
america lol
cats make great hats
Cat should've killed the Magpie when it had the chance.
Imagine preferring some toxoplasmotic cat over native wildlife
At least cats aren't territorial like magpies are. Cats don't swoop out of nowhere and attack you like magpies do.
And not to mention that the poor cat was trying to sleep while the magpies were annoying it.
@@Iggywiggywoo while the magpie was defending its young from an invasive predator. Kill all cats, we have no native feline species
@@oi_its_corky Im not saying all magpies should be killed. I acknowledge that only about 10% of magpies are territorial and judging by this footage, this magpie looks like one of them. And you can arrange to have a magpie legally destroyed if it's causing harm to you on your property. And also, it's not about who has been living longer in the country or place. Say for example, an Asian man in Australia attacks or kills an Australian man, you wouldn't say that all Asians should be killed would you? There are lots of nice Asian people who reside in Australia and there are plenty of hateful Australian people. All I can say is don't judge people by their race or animals by their species. And if the magpie left the cat alone, I would've said nothing.
Pellet gun = no magpie.
Pellet gun = no cat
Pellet gun = More Crows.
Guns dont work on Crows, jon.
Rat sack equals no cat..
Why would you need to shoot it bird is doing nothing wrong.
@@michaelellams9105 ok it's your opinion but magpies are eating baby birds in nests ....
Not fuc*ing, "vs.". Versus implies conflict. This is just, Cat And Magpie