European Roller
European Roller (<em>Coracias garrulus</em>) is a species of Rollers (<em>Coraciidae</em>) in the order Kingfishers and Allies.
Overview
European Roller (Coracias garrulus) is a species of Rollers (Coraciidae) in the order Kingfishers and Allies. A striking blue bird that performs dramatic rolling flights during display, giving the family its name; nests in tree holes; a long-distance migrant between Europe and Africa; declining in parts of its range.
Scientific Classification
Genus: Coracias; binomial: Coracias garrulus; authority: Linnaeus, 1758. Typical size: 29-32cm. Average lifespan: 5-10 years.
Distribution
Breeding range: the Palearctic. Non-breeding range: AF.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
No additional remarks recorded.
