Meaning of the word boobook in English

What does boobook mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

boobook

US /ˈbuːbʊk/
UK /ˈbuː.bʊk/
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Noun

a small, dark-colored owl (Ninox boobook) native to Australia, New Zealand, and New Guinea, known for its distinctive 'boo-book' call

Example:
The sound of a boobook owl hooting filled the night air.
The naturalist spotted a rare boobook in the dense forest.