What is another word for laughing jackass?
Pronunciation: [lˈafɪŋ d͡ʒˈakas] (IPA) 
"Laughing jackass" is a colloquial term used to describe the Australian bird species known as the kookaburra. However, there are several other synonyms for this bird that may be used in different regions. In some parts of Australia, the kookaburra is also known as a "bushman's clock" due to its distinctive call that is often heard at dawn and dusk. Another synonym for the kookaburra is the "great brown kingfisher" due to its similar appearance to other kingfisher species. Additionally, some Indigenous Australian communities refer to the kookaburra as "goolay'yari," which roughly translates to "laughing bird".
