Laughing Jackass (Noun)
Meaning 1
Almost extinct owl of New Zealand.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The laughing jackass, a rare New Zealand owl, was last sighted in the wild over 10 years ago.
- Conservation efforts are in place to save the laughing jackass from extinction, but progress is slow.
- The laughing jackass was a common sight in New Zealand forests until the mid-20th century when its numbers began to decline.
- Researchers believe that the introduction of non-native predators has contributed to the laughing jackass's dwindling population.
- A breeding program has been established to try to increase the laughing jackass population and prevent the owl's extinction.
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Meaning 2
Australian kingfisher having a loud cackling cry.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.