Indochinese Roller
NameIndochinese Roller
Common NameIndochinese Roller
Scientific NameCoracias affinis
FamilyCoraciidae
Wingspan (cm)67.5
Length (cm)32
Weight (g)125
Plumage DetailsThe head, throat, and upper breast are a vibrant purplish-blue. The back and belly are dull brown. The wings and tail are brilliant blue, with darker flight feathers and a blackish bill.
Vocalization / CallProduces a variety of harsh, rattling, and squawking calls, often given in flight or from a prominent perch.
Primary Dietcarnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across Southeast Asia, from eastern India through Indochina, including Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam, and parts of southern China.
Identifying Featuresvibrant purplish-blue head and throat, dull brown back and belly, brilliant blue wings and tail, stocky build, black bill
Description
A medium-sized, stocky bird known for its brilliant blue plumage on the head, wings, and tail, contrasting with a brownish body. It often perches conspicuously on branches or wires, scanning for prey before making a swift, acrobatic flight.
