A young New South Wales boy has experienced the horror of Australia's magpie swooping season, with his dad on hand to film the relentless attack. Tips to avoid being swooped: http://9Soci.al/cj5730rciif #9News | Weeknights at 5.30pm | 9 News Gold Coast

The Feathered Fighter of Australia: Magpie Madness! Meet the Australian Magpie – as smart as a crow, and twice as feisty! Every year from August to October, these birds turn the streets into swoop zones. If you walk too close to their nest, they might give you a "flying kiss" — straight to your face! People wear spike helmets and goggles just to survive their swooping attacks. Magpie season in Australia isn’t just nature — it’s full-on aerial warfare! #magpie #australianbirds #australianwildlife

Watch your head because magpie swooping season is back. Dozens of unsuspecting South Aussies have been already targeted in the places you'd least expect. Details in 7NEWS Adelaide at 6pm | www.7NEWS.com.au #7NEWS | 7NEWS Adelaide