Abyssinian Roller
A species of Typical Rollers Scientific name : Coracias abyssinicus Genus : Typical Rollers
Abyssinian Roller, A species of Typical Rollers
Botanical name: Coracias abyssinicus
Genus: Typical Rollers
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Description
The Abyssinian roller is a large bird, nearly the size of a jackdaw at 28–30 cm (11–12 in). It has a warm brown back, with the rest of the plumage mainly blue. Adults have long (12 cm (4.7 in)) tail streamers. Sexes are similar, but the juvenile is a drabber version of the adult. Abyssinian roller is striking in its strong direct flight, with the brilliant blues of the wings contrasting with the brown back and the long tail streamers trailing behind. The call of the Abyssinian roller is a harsh crow-like gak sound, or a screeched aaaargh. 
Size
31 cm
Nest Placement
Cavity
Feeding Habits
Abyssinian Roller's diet comprises mainly large insects like crickets, grasshoppers, and beetles. It forages from perches, gliding down to seize prey, occasionally catching insects mid-flight. Unique feeding includes flocking at bushfires or after antelope herds to feed on disturbed insects.
Habitat
The abyssinian Roller thrives in warm, open regions with sparse tree cover, commonly inhabiting dry woodlands, Acacia savannas, and pastoral lands. Its presence is notable in agricultural areas such as cereal and cassava fields, as well as around human habitation including villages, towns, and suburban parks with sufficient vegetative and open space. The species adapts to a variety of altitudes, ranging from lowlands up to elevations of around 2430 meters, frequenting areas of burnt vegetation as part of its diverse habitat preferences.
Dite type
Insectivorous
General Info
Feeding Habits
Bird food type
Behavior
These rollers often perch prominently on trees, posts or overhead wires, like giant shrikes, whilst watching for the large insects and small rodents on which they feed. They will dash into the smoke of a forest fire for disturbed invertebrates. They are fearless, and will dive and roll at humans and other intruders. The display of this bird is a lapwing-like display, with the twists and turns that give this group its English name. It nests in a scantily lined hole in a tree or building, and lays three to six eggs.
Distribution Area
The Abyssinian roller is native to tropical Africa. Its range extends from southern Mauritania and Senegal in the west and to Ethiopia, Somalia and northern Kenya in the east. It is also found in south-western Saudi Arabia and western Yemen. This is a common bird of warm open country with some trees, and has adapted to farmland and human habitation.
Species Status
Not globally threatened.
Scientific Classification
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