Kookaburra
This Kookaburra came by the other morning looking for any tasty titbits we might have to offer. This is the first time I had any visit from a Kookaburra but it was obviously well used to human, knowing there is nothing to fear and humans tend to provide something for them if they can look cute enough. They are a large kingfisher type bird that preys on everything from small rodets to snakes and other reptiles. They have a call similar to someone laughing out loud and are refered to as the Laughing Kookaburra. I have just this one photo of Bokeh but attaced is an album of photos for you to view or if you wish there is a ink for a slideshow.
Have a listen
Laughing Kookaburra
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S0ZbykXlg6Q
Click Here for the album of Bokeh shots
http://cleaunz.multiply.com/photos/album/125/bokah_album
or if you prefer - the slideshow
http://multiply.com/slideshow/cleaunz:photos:125
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Oh Wow!!! This is fantastic!!!! Thank you :)
ReplyDeleteLovely shot of the noisy birdie Keith and yes, I can see some bokeh there too!
ReplyDeleteLove your album!
Thanks for your visit and all those comments in the album. Realy nice to know you enjoyed!
ReplyDeleteThanks Mia (L)
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic photo and a beautiful bird.
ReplyDeleteLove your album as well.
Fabulous shot of this kooky bird (I know their laugh well, as there's a pair at the local wildlife park).
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An excellent photo Keith. Wow you got such a fabulous chance to capture one of these endearing characters of the bush.
ReplyDeleteOh wow keith! He's beautiful! Looks like he even posed for you! Well done!
ReplyDeleteWow!!! What a terrific shot, Keith. I've heard of that bird, but have never seen one. I know we don't have them here, so your photo is all the more appreciated!
ReplyDelete"Kookaburra sits in the old gum tree, Eating all the gumdrops he can see. Laugh! Kookaburra laugh! Kookaburra leave some there for me!"
ReplyDeleteSorry, I immediately thought back to that old song from Barney. lol Gorgeous shot!
http://epavebelle.multiply.com/journal/item/158/Next_Shot_-_Week_12_-_The_Bokeh_Effect