16 February 2024
Why is this magpie annoying the cat?
Magpie following a cat pretending it’s not
— Science girl (@gunsnrosesgirl3) February 14, 2024
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When they aren’t viewing cats as threats to their young, Eurasian magpies (Pica pica) will follow them to sources of food.
As soon as this cat found a snack …
… the magpie showed up to wait.
(photos from Wikimedia Commons, tweet embedded)