Magpie..Young Juvenile

Magpie, originally uploaded by Ladymaggic.

He was more brown going more towards black and white...a young bird
http://www.birdsinbackyards.net/bird/24

The Australian Magpie is black and white, but the plumage pattern varies across its range. Its nape, upper tail and shoulder are white in males, grey in females. Across most of Australia, the remainder of the body is black. In the south-east, centre, extreme south-west and Tasmania, the back and rump are entirely white. The eye of adult birds is chestnut brown.
The Australian Magpie walks along the ground searching for insects and their larvae. Birds will also take handouts from humans and will often venture into open houses to beg for food.

The Australian Magpie has one of the world's most complex bird songs.A loud musical flute-like song, often performed as a duet or by groups. An uncommon alternative name for the Australian Magpie is Flute Bird.

http://www.birdsinbackyards.net/images/audio/gymnorhina-tibicen.mp3

Facts and figures
Research Species: Yes
Minimum size: 36 cm
Maximum size: 44 cm
Average size: 40 cm
Average weight: 317 g