In this 16-second audio clip, the distinctive call of a kookaburra echoes through the air. This bird is native to Queensland, a state on the northeastern coast of Australia. The kookaburra's call, often described as echoing human laughter, is a signature sound of the Australian bush. The audio, a crisp field recording, captures the raw, untouched nature of the bird's environment. The kookaburra's call rings out, a lively punctuation in the midst of serene quiet, bringing the unique atmosphere of Queensland's wilderness to life.