Conservation Status
Conservation hubClose to qualifying as threatened in the near future.
The Indian Roller faces threats from habitat loss due to agricultural expansion and urbanization, as well as pesticide use which reduces its insect prey. While specific large-scale recovery programs are not widely documented, conservation efforts often focus on habitat preservation and raising awareness. Responsible safari tourism helps by providing economic incentives for local communities to protect natural habitats, which in turn supports the Indian Roller and its ecosystem.
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.
Description adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.
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