Blue-winged Kookaburra
Blue-winged Kookaburra
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The Blue-winged Kookaburra is a large, striking kingfisher native to northern Australia and southern New Guinea. It is distinguished by its bright blue wings and rump, contrasting with its streaky brown and white body and pale head.
Where to spot
Found across northern Australia, from Western Australia to Queensland, and in southern New Guinea. Inhabits tropical and subtropical woodlands, savannas, and mangroves.
How to spot
Look for its large size and bright blue wings as it perches on branches or wires. Listen for its distinctive, often loud, cackling calls. It often sits patiently, waiting to pounce on insects, reptiles, or small mammals.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most active during the day. Its calls are often heard at dawn and dusk.
Where to spot
Found across northern Australia, from Western Australia to Queensland, and in southern New Guinea. Inhabits tropical and subtropical woodlands, savannas, and mangroves.
How to spot
Look for its large size and bright blue wings as it perches on branches or wires. Listen for its distinctive, often loud, cackling calls. It often sits patiently, waiting to pounce on insects, reptiles, or small mammals.
When to spot
Resident year-round. Most active during the day. Its calls are often heard at dawn and dusk.
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Unlike the Laughing Kookaburra, the Blue-winged Kookaburra's call is more of a raucous, cackling laugh, not quite as human-like but equally distinctive.
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