With swooping season fast approaching, do you know why native birds swoop? 🐦 Louise from WIRES is here to explain the swooping behaviour of Grey Butcher Birds, Magpies, and Noisy Miners. Get the facts on why these birds swoop and how to stay safe during their active periods. Discover more at: sutherlandshire.nsw.gov.au/swoop | Sutherland Shire Council

Magpie Attacks Australian Mother Walking With Her Baby, Leading To 5-Month-Old's Death

The Feathered Fighter of Australia: Magpie Madness! Meet the Australian Magpie – as smart as a crow, and twice as feisty! Every year from August to October, these birds turn the streets into swoop zones. If you walk too close to their nest, they might give you a "flying kiss" — straight to your face! People wear spike helmets and goggles just to survive their swooping attacks. Magpie season in Australia isn’t just nature — it’s full-on aerial warfare! #magpie #australianbirds #australianwildlife