https://theunaustralian.net/2025/08/29/lonely-magpie-just-wants-a-hug/ Created Fri, 29/08/2025 - 07:44 Updated Fri, 29/08/2025 - 07:44 A sad Shire magpie who simply wants a friend is unable to comprehend why everyone he swoops down on to give a hug to runs away in terror. “I’m so alone all day on top of this telegraph pole and... Read More › Tags Science Australia Bird Of The Year Cyclists hug magpie Magpies New South Wales Outdoors Peter Green Spring swoop Swooping season The SHire walking