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Dacela novaeguineae, laughing kookaburra
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Dacela novaeguineae, laughing kookaburra
Watercolour 159 by the Port Jackson Painter from the Watling Collection titled Great Brown Kingfisher, Goo-ge-na-gan
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18th Century Alcedinidae Beak Calling Cheek Coraciiformes Crest Dacelo Kingfisher Kookaburra Laughing Perched Perching Port Jackson Painter River Kingfisher Sauropsid Sauropsida Dacelo Novaeguineae Laughing Kookaburra
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Great Brown Kingfisher, Goo-ge-na-gan - A Vibrant and Detailed Watercolour Depiction of the Laughing Kookaburra (Dacelo novaeguineae) by the Port Jackson Painter from the Watling Collection This exquisite watercolour painting, titled "Great Brown Kingfisher, Goo-ge-na-gan," showcases the distinctive features of the Laughing Kookaburra (Dacelo novaeguineae), a native bird species from the Coraciiformes order and the Alcedinidae family. The painting, created in the 18th century by the Port Jackson Painter from the Watling Collection, highlights the bird's intricate anatomy and captivating characteristics. The Laughing Kookaburra is depicted perched on a long branch, its crest raised, and its beak wide open in a distinctive call. This bird is known for its loud, boisterous laugh, which can be heard echoing through the Australian bush. The painting captures the bird's expressive face, with its large, round eyes and cheek pouch, adding to its unique charm. The Sauropsida classification places birds and reptiles in the same taxonomic group, and the Laughing Kookaburra is an excellent example of the avian subclass. This bird is a river kingfisher, which means it is adapted to hunting in and near water. Its long, slender beak is perfectly suited for its diet of fish, insects, and amphibians. The Port Jackson Painter's masterful use of watercolour techniques brings the Laughing Kookaburra to life in this stunning illustration. The vibrant colours and intricate details provide a window into the natural world of the past, allowing us to appreciate the beauty and diversity of the animal kingdom.
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