Indian Roller
Coracias benghalensis
Conservation Status
Near ThreatenedAves · Coraciiformes · Coraciidae
About
The Indian roller is a bird of the family Coraciidae. It is 30–34 cm (12–13 in) long with a wingspan of 65–74 cm (26–29 in) and weighs 166–176 g (5.9–6.2 oz). The face and throat are pinkish, the head and back are brown, with blue on the rump and contrasting light and dark blue on the wings and tail. The bright blue markings on the wing are prominent in flight. The sexes are similar in appearance. Two subspecies are recognised.
Fun Fact
It favours electric or telegraph wires as perches.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in open woodland dominated by trees of the genera Acacia and Prosopis, and has adapted well to human-modified landscapes such as parks and gardens, fields, date and coconut palm plantations.
Diet
Feeds on insects, especially beetles.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Hunting and Collection
- Climate Change