Illawarra residents warned to be wary of Magpies

Residents in the Illawarra, are advised to be extra cautious when in public as magpie breeding season has begun, bringing the potential for protective swooping from magpies.

National Parks and Wildlife Service advises the birds only swoop for a few weeks each year, and do so only when people enter the territory where they are nesting.

The service says if you spot a particularly aggressive magpie, you can call them on 1300 072 757 for advice.