Allison Premischook, The laughing kookaburra... (May theme: Texture)

The laughing kookaburra… Who’s name comes from the Wiradjuri word ‘gugubarra’ has one of the most distinct bird calls. --- While the sound may seem jovial, it’s actually a territorial call. Often starting with one member of a family before others may choose to join in. Unless the call is answered by a ‘rival’ group, in which case, the whole family will gather to in a full chorus of laughter! Which, honestly, is one of the most magical noises I have had the pleasure to experience…

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