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Laughing Kookaburra

Dacelo novaeguineae

Least Concern

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Laughing Kookaburra (Dacelo novaeguineae) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Widely distributed across Europe (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand), and South America (Colombia).

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇫🇷 France 🇳🇱 Netherlands 🇳🇿 New Zealand 🇳🇴 Norway 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Coraciiformes (Coraciiformes)

Species

Dacelo novaeguineae (Laughing Kookaburra)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ワライカワセミ

Chinese 笑翠鳥

Spanish Cucaburra común

French Martin-chasseur géant

German Jägerliest

Portuguese kokaburra

Russian Смеющаяся кукабара

Similar Species in Dacelo

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Blue-winged Kookaburra

Dacelo leachii

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Laughing Kookaburra?

The scientific name of Laughing Kookaburra is Dacelo novaeguineae. It belongs to the genus Dacelo.

What is the conservation status of Laughing Kookaburra?

Laughing Kookaburra (Dacelo novaeguineae) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Laughing Kookaburra live?

Laughing Kookaburra is found in Widely distributed across Europe (5 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand), and South America (Colombia).. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, France, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, United Kingdom.

What family does Laughing Kookaburra belong to?

Laughing Kookaburra (Dacelo novaeguineae) belongs to the genus Dacelo, which is part of the taxonomic family Alcedinidae.

Is Laughing Kookaburra endangered?

No, Laughing Kookaburra (Dacelo novaeguineae) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Laughing Kookaburra belong to?

Laughing Kookaburra (Dacelo novaeguineae) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Laughing Kookaburra?

The closest relatives of Laughing Kookaburra in the genus Dacelo include Blue-winged Kookaburra, Rufous-bellied Kookaburra, Spangled Kookaburra.