Purple-winged Roller
NamePurple-winged Roller
Common NamePurple-winged Roller
Scientific NameCoracias temminckii
FamilyCoraciidae
Wingspan (cm)44
Length (cm)29.5
Weight (g)115
Plumage DetailsFeatures a bright turquoise crown and nape, contrasting with a dark purplish-brown body and blackish face. The stout bill is black. Its most distinctive feature, often visible in flight, is the deep purple coloration of its primary and secondary flight feathers.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations typically consist of harsh, rattling, or chattering calls, often uttered while in flight or from a prominent perch.
Primary Dietinsectivore
Primary Habitatsforest, grassland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the island of Sulawesi and its satellite islands within Indonesia.
Identifying FeaturesTurquoise crown, Dark purplish-brown body, Deep purple flight feathers (especially visible in flight), Stout black bill, Upright perching posture
Description
The Purple-winged Roller is a striking medium-sized bird characterized by its vibrant turquoise crown and dark purplish-brown body. It is often observed perching conspicuously on branches, scanning for prey before swooping down to catch it.
