Molly, the magpie, reunites with her family after being forcibly taken from her home

A magpie like no other

Molly is no ordinary magpie. Taken in and cared for by Juliette Wells and Reece Mortensen after falling from the nest, she became a full member of this Australian family like no other. Because at the Wells-Mortensen family, magpies and dogs go well together!

An unlikely friendship that creates a buzz

Very quickly, Molly formed a special friendship with Peggy, the couple's Staffordshire bull terrier. Their games and endearing interactions quickly became a phenomenon on Instagram, where the @peggyandmolly account attracted more than 850,000 subscribers. But one day, everything changes.

When the authorities get involved

Officers from the Queensland Department of Environment, Science and Innovation are knocking on the door. Juliette and Reece do not have the required license to keep a magpie. Despite their protests, Molly is taken by force, torn from her family and her accomplice Peggy.

A heartbreaking separation

It's the beginning of a painful separation for Molly and her family. On social networks, fans are in shock. Many cry foul and demand Molly's return to her family. A real online mobilization is being organized.

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