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Originally Posted by Margaret Pilkington
Oh, I had forgotten the magpie one........I always salute a single magpie and ask if his wife and children are well....that is if I am on my own....if I am with someone I get them to look at the single magpie, because it defuses the bad omen......well, according to the rhyme:- This unlucky bird, when seen by two, will bring good luck to both of you.
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That may well make more sense than you think.
Magpies are credited with intelligence, and if this includes telepathy, which some animals use, then the magpie will get your message.
Bird Intelligence: The European Magpie