Category:Dacelo novaeguineae by Anil Öztas

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Bears
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Antilopes, Camels (Camelidae), Deer (Cervidae), Goats (Caprini), Donkeys (Equus asinus), Horses (Equus ferus), Zebras (Equus quagga, e. zebra), Rhino (Rhinocerotidae)

Elephants
African elephant (Laxodonta africana)

Birds
Kingfisher (Alvedinidae), Ducks (Anatinae), Grey heron (Ardea cinerea), White stork (C. ciconia), Shorebirds (Charadriiformes), Crows (Corvidae), Emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae), Chicken (G. gallus domesticus), Eurasian griffon vulture (Gyps fulvus), Marabu stork (Leptoptilos crumeniferus), Turkey (Meleagris gallopavo), Passerine (Passeriformes), Flamingo (Phoenicopterus), Penguins (Spheniscidae), Owls (Strigiformes), Common ostrich (Struthio camelus)

Insects
Butterflies (Lepidoptera), Dragonflies (Odonata)

Reptiles
Iguana (Iguania), Turtles (Testudines)


Information about the animal

The Kingfisher Laughing Hans or Kookaburra (Dacelo novaeguineae), is a fascinating bird native to Australia and New Guinea. It is known for its distinctive call, which resembles a hearty laugh and can be heard from far away. The Hunter Kingfisher has a striking appearance with a compact build, a powerful bill and a thick head. Its plumage is predominantly brown or blue-grey with a distinctive white belly and striped feathering on the back. These birds usually live in tree cavities or nest boxes and are territorial. They feed mainly on small vertebrates such as mice, lizards and other birds, but also on insects and worms. The hunter kingfisher often perches on a high branch and lies in wait for prey before striking with a quick swoop. The hunter's kestrel has important cultural significance for Aboriginal people in Australia and is a symbol of strength and community. It is depicted as a friendly and wise bird in many folklore and legends. Due to habitat loss and threats from invasive species, some subspecies of the hunter's kingfisher are endangered. Nevertheless, efforts are underway to protect these birds and conserve their habitats.

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