How to Scare Away Magpies

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How to scare off magpies(and other corvids).

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Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

A few circular objects (circles of wood, plastic lids ect.)
Red, yellow and black outdoor paint.
string or rope

Step1

It's important that the colors match exactly. Something about the red-yelow-black combination scares magpies off. Prepare your Magpie deterents thusly:

Step2

Drill a hole in each bullseye.

Step3

Hang the bullseyes around your yard. Something about the color combination and pattern seems to frighten the magpies and other corvids.

Tips & Warnings

Make sure you use outdoor paint, or it will be washed off by rain.

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