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Magpies Nesting, Swooping or Pecking at Your Windows? We Remove the Nest and Move Them On.
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How Do You Know It Is a Magpie (Identification)
Colour
Black and white, with a shiny blue-green gloss on the wings and tail.
Size
About 45–55 cm long, and half of that is the tail.
Description
A long tail, white belly and shoulders, and a loud, harsh call.
Notes
Often confused with crows. Crows are all black with a shorter tail.
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Signs You Have a Magpie Problem
Magpies are loud and hard to miss, so you usually spot the signs fast.
- A large, messy stick nest in a spruce or other tall tree
- Magpies swooping at you, your kids or your pets when you go near the yard
- Pecking or tapping at windows, car mirrors or siding
- Loud calling from early morning
- Torn garbage bags, raided pet food or bird feeders
- Droppings and sticks on cars, decks and patios
When Is Magpie Season?
Timing matters, because the best time to act is before the eggs arrive.
- March–April: Nest building. This is the best time to remove nests.
- April–May: Eggs and chicks in the nest. The parents are on guard.
- June–July: Young birds leave the nest. Swooping is at its worst.
- August onward: Calmer, with flocks that raid garbage and feeders.
Where Do Magpies Nest?
They want a tall, sturdy spot with a good view.
- Tall spruce and other evergreens
- Poplars and large backyard trees
- Dense shrubs and hedges
- Roof edges and chimneys
- Sheds, garages and farm buildings
Why Do I Have Magpies?
They settle where food and nesting spots are easy to find.
- Easy food. Open garbage, pet food, compost and bird feeders.
- Tall, thick trees. Mature spruce are a favourite.
- A nest from last year. Magpies often return to the same area.
- Open yards and farmland nearby. Good ground for finding food.
Are Magpies a Problem?
Mostly an annoyance, but they can get aggressive near a nest.
- They can swoop and scare people, and they often go after small pets.
- Pecking at windows and mirrors can be nonstop.
- Droppings and garbage make a mess.
- Stick nests in chimneys or vents can block them.
- They also raid songbird nests.
Can You Move Magpies Yourself?
You can discourage them, but removing a nest or the birds themselves is another story. Nests are often 25–40 feet up, and climbing a spruce with a ladder is risky. A nest may also hold eggs or chicks, and Alberta has rules on handling wildlife, so check them first. Magpies also rebuild quickly if you simply knock down the nest.
What helps:
- Tie down garbage and bring in pet food.
- Take down feeders during nesting season.
- Trim branches where they like to nest.
- Cap chimneys and screen vents.
- Hang reflective decals on windows they peck.
Our Magpie Relocation Process
- Inspect. We confirm it’s a magpie, find the nest and check for eggs or chicks.
- Remove and relocate. We take down the nest and humanely relocate the birds.
- Deter. We tell you what to trim, cap or clean up so they don’t come back.
- Follow up. If they return to the same spot, so do we. See our pest control guarantee.
How Much Does Magpie Relocation Cost?
Our price depends on the number of nests, their height, how easy the tree is to reach, and whether we need to trap the birds. See our pest control costs page for more detail. The fastest way to get an accurate number is to request a free quote. We serve Edmonton, Calgary and Red Deer.
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FAQs About Major Pest Control Services
Removing the nest early in the season, before eggs are laid, works best. Tall trees make this risky to do yourself, and nests with eggs or chicks need careful handling. A professional can remove it safely and tell you how to stop them from rebuilding.
They’re protecting a nearby nest or young birds. Swooping is most common from April to July. Most birds back off once you move away from the nest. Removing the nest early in the season is the best way to stop it.
They often see their reflection and think it’s a rival bird. Hanging decals or sun screens on the glass usually help. If it keeps going, there may be a nest nearby that needs to be dealt with.
They start building in March and April, and eggs are usually in the nest by late April or May. Calling in early spring gives you the best chance of removing a nest before it’s in use.
They can, because they like the same trees and food. Tying down garbage, bringing in pet food, trimming branches and screening vents makes your yard far less appealing. We point out what to change when we treat.
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