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Kookaburras are terrestrial tree kingfishers of the genus Dacelo
native to Australia and New Guinea, which grow to between 28-42
cm (11-17 in) in length. The name is a loanword from Wiradjuri
guuguubarra, onomatopoeic of its call. The single member of the
genus Clytoceyx is commonly referred to as the shovel-billed
kookaburra.
The kookaburra's loud call sounds like echoing human laughter.
They are found in habitats ranging from humid forest to arid
savanna, as well as in suburban areas with tall trees or near
running water. Even though they belong to the larger group known
as "kingfishers", kookaburras are not closely associated with
water.
Kookaburras are almost exclusively carnivorous, eating mice,
snakes, insects, small reptiles, and the young of other birds;
they have also been known to take goldfish from garden ponds. In
zoos they are usually fed food for birds of prey.
The most social birds will accept handouts and will take meat
from barbecues. It is generally not advised to feed kookaburras
ground beef or pet food as these do not include enough calcium
and roughage.
They are territorial, except for the rufous-bellied, which often
live with their young from the previous season. They often sing
as a chorus to mark their territory.
For more information about native birds and animals go to
www.faunarescue.org.au which is an excellent organisation.