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Wednesday, 1 August 2018

Wild Bird Wednesday 314 - Laughing Kookaburra

I need to do a quick post today - so, I'll go with one of my favourite birds, the Laughing kookaburra.  Even though I have photographed these birds many times, I almost always take 'just a few more shots' when I see one.  That is especially true when they are as cooperative as this bird was.

This bird was feeding in the camp site area of Tidal River at Wilsons Prom National Park - I think it's safe to assume that he (or she) is used to having people around!

Anyway, here are some pictures of the worlds largest kingfisher!









To join in with WBW click on the blue button below the thumbnails.  Cheers - SM


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19 comments:

  1. Kenneth Cole Schneider1 August 2018 at 04:21

    Those are beautiful portraits in a variety of striking poses. What a wonderful subject!

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  2. Brian King1 August 2018 at 05:43

    Beautiful photos! I love these guys!

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  3. Lea1 August 2018 at 06:07

    Great photos!
    Really wonderful portraits!

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  4. Marie Smith1 August 2018 at 06:50

    Love it! A big one for sure!

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  5. David M. Gascoigne,1 August 2018 at 07:18

    How can you resist taking more pictures?

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  6. Marcia1 August 2018 at 07:43

    Does it really laugh?

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  7. Yamini MacLean1 August 2018 at 08:25

    Hari OM
    they are just too darn cute. Resistance is futile! YAM xx

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  8. Lady Fi1 August 2018 at 14:54

    What delightful shots of the bird!

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  9. Beth1 August 2018 at 15:46

    What a charming bird Stewart - so photogenic - a BIG personality!

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  10. A Colorful World2 August 2018 at 00:10

    Really fun, fascinating birds! Great shots. Have a wonderful week, Stewart!

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  11. This N That2 August 2018 at 02:06

    What wonderful pictures Stewart..Cute bird...The first one is perfect..Sorry that I have no birdies for you this week..

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  12. Author R. Mac Wheeler2 August 2018 at 03:10

    pretty brown eyes

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  13. Rhodesia2 August 2018 at 06:13

    Lovely photos and I was interested last week to see one being flown in a falconry display here in France. A first for me to see that I must say. I am desperately trying to catch up. We have been extremely busy and then the internet went down for two days. !!!!!! Have just written a bird blog which I had started before the WiFi went AWOL so hope I have time to get it on Wild Bird Wednesday. Cheers Diane

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  14. Anonymous2 August 2018 at 08:38

    Stewart, I am IN LOVE with him!!!!...:)JP

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  15. italiafinlandia2 August 2018 at 17:18

    Hello,
    this pretty and funny Kingfisher is lovely! Nice to see it!
    Thanks for sharing. I believe it is among your favourites...

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  16. Wally Jones3 August 2018 at 01:54

    Great series, Stewart!
    I like the "look straight into the camera" shot!

    Hope you've been well.

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  17. TheChieftess3 August 2018 at 06:59

    "Kookaburra sits in the old gum tree, Merry, merry king of the bush is he,
    Laugh Kookaburra! Laugh Kookaburra!
    How gay your life must be!"

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  18. TheChieftess3 August 2018 at 07:00

    Takes me back to Girl Scouts!

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  19. Sallie (FullTime-Life)3 August 2018 at 10:03

    i would so love to see this bird 'for reals'! Thank you for sharing.

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