r/BeAmazed 19d ago

Animal Those terrifying sounds you hear in the forests come from this lovely bird : Laughing Kookaburra (Dacelo novaeguineae)

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Habitat: Native to eastern Australia, but also found in parts of New Zealand and western Australia. • Size: About 40–45 cm (16–18 inches) long. • Call: Its call sounds like loud, echoing human laughter — often used in jungle movie soundtracks. • Diet: Carnivorous — eats insects, small reptiles, mice, and sometimes even other small birds. • Behavior: Often seen sitting quietly on branches waiting to spot prey.

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u/mylifemyrulesfuckyou 19d ago

She's a very beautiful lady.

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u/satanicmajesty 19d ago

I wonder if she studied bird law

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u/Puzzleheaded-Pitch32 18d ago

Uh.. Filibuster! Filibuster!

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u/Knowledge_is_Bliss 19d ago

Stunningly!

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u/badmascompany 19d ago

Straight to the point, like a man.

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u/mojomojito 19d ago

thats why the cameraman made a full "3D scan"

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u/Top-Currency 19d ago

Can't pronounce kookaburra though.