The European Magpie is often considered a bit of a petty thief due to its notorious habit of stealing shiny objects. These intelligent birds are known to collect items like jewelry, coins, and other glimmering trinkets to decorate their nests. Their curious and opportunistic nature makes them adept at pilfering from humans and other birds alike.
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The Ostrich it steals eggs
He was a petty thief and conman, stealing from and manipulating family members and and friends
"The pengiun is as petty as the flower"
The petty thief quickly rifled through the woman's handbag while her back was turned.
From the Latin word, raptor, maning thief.
Petty drove a '59 Oldsmobile, winning by 2 feet over Johnny Beauchamp in a '59 T-Bird.
Cowboys loved a colorful phrase! This meant a petty thief. The image is of someone just nibbling, not taking much.
Richard Petty in a super bird . 221 mph for 1 lap
A bit of her PB&J sandwitch
Pretty slim. But keep valuables with the Purser. There is quite a bit of petty theft .