The Kookaburra is a large, noisy bird from forests on the islands of Australia, Tasmania, and New Guinea. Its loud, distinctive call sounds like human laughter. The Kookaburra is the largest member of the kingfisher family.
Kookaburras live in family groups.
They have a life span of about 20 years. It eats large insects , earthworms , small reptiles , and amphibians. After catching prey, the Kookaburra pounds it against a tree branch or rock, probably in order to tenderize the meat. Kookaburras usually nest in a hole in a tree. The eggs hatch in 24 - 26 days.