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Laughing (but very serious) Kookaburra

Birds·March 19, 2026

Bird

Dacelo novaeguineae

Habitat: Eucalypt woodlands, open forests, suburban parks, and gardens across eastern and southern Australia.
Diet: Carnivorous diet including insects, small mammals, reptiles, frogs, and occasionally small birds.
Conservation Status: Least Concern
Date Taken: March 19, 2026

Fun Facts

Known for its distinctive call that resembles human laughter used to establish territory.
It is the largest member of the kingfisher family.
Kookaburras are sedentary and often remain in the same territory throughout the year.
They exhibit cooperative breeding where older offspring help parents raise the next brood.

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Camera

Body: Sony A7III
Focal Length: 600mm
Aperture: f/6.3
Shutter Speed: 1/800s
ISO: 100
Lens: FE 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G OSS

Location

5822 × 3881